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FV61 VCO

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

70,777 mi
Last recorded70,777 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 VCO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 70,777 miles

Front windscreen chipped but less than 10mm

Pass 10 Sep 2025 64,988 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 64,988 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 58,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 54,026 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 49,998 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 46,679 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 44,428 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 41,010 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 38,802 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 36,235 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 27,723 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 20,079 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 VCO is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VCO, 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 VCO registered?

FV61 VCO is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 9 December 2011.

Is FV61 VCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 VCO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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