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FV61 HJK

2011 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

99,286 mi
Last recorded99,286 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 HJK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 28 Feb 2026 99,286 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2025 87,786 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2025 87,786 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 77,566 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 72,239 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 69,078 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Feb 2022 69,072 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 66,560 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

front tyres n/s and o/s worn on edges

Fail 15 Jan 2021 66,560 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

front tyres n/s and o/s worn on edges

Pass 15 Jul 2019 60,238 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear discs slightly worn/corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2018 51,786 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 50,422 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 46,642 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 41,252 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 33,385 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 33,385 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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FV61 HJK is a 2011 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2011 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 69,809 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV61 HJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV61 HJK registered?

FV61 HJK is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 1 December 2011.

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