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GF61 VLB

2011 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,025 mi
Last recorded78,025 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 VLB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 78,025 miles

Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 70,104 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Nov 2016 62,652 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) very slight ()

Fail 23 Nov 2016 62,652 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) very slight ()

Pass 13 Nov 2015 49,296 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 33,825 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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GF61 VLB is a 2011 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GF61 VLB, 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

How do I check the history of GF61 VLB?

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What year was GF61 VLB registered?

GF61 VLB is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 19 November 2011.

Is GF61 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF61 VLB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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