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GF11 PLV

2011 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

215,622 mi
Last recorded215,622 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF11 PLV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 215,622 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

front undertray fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2025 211,132 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All four. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 195,347 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2023 164,361 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Jan 2022 129,807 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2022 129,806 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 120,117 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2020 115,841 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 109,341 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2018 101,949 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 92,874 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 92,874 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 81,982 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 81,356 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 81,356 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 71,334 miles

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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GF11 PLV is a 2011 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GF11 PLV, 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.

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What year was GF11 PLV registered?

GF11 PLV is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 12 May 2011.

Is GF11 PLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF11 PLV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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