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GFZ 1409

2011 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

61,048 mi
Last recorded61,048 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFZ 1409
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 61,048 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 56,551 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 51,191 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 51,191 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 May 2023 47,132 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 47,084 miles

under floor panel fitted, unable to check some components.

Pass 23 Jun 2022 46,232 miles

under floor panel fitted unable to check some components

Pass 21 Jun 2021 44,263 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2020 41,012 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 35,256 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 30,756 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 24,764 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 17,521 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 9,878 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 9,868 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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GFZ 1409 is a 2011 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GFZ 1409, 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 GFZ 1409?

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What year was GFZ 1409 registered?

GFZ 1409 is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 28 April 2011.

Is GFZ 1409 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFZ 1409 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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