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GK61 YPG

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,531 mi
Last recorded114,531 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK61 YPG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 114,531 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2026 114,531 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2026 114,258 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle corroded

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S and O/S (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 106,312 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Middle

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

Pass 17 May 2024 89,468 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All discs front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Engine covers and undertrays

General underbody corrosion

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

Pass 26 May 2023 77,623 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 71,090 miles

Lower under tray fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2020 66,128 miles

both rear tyres worn to 3mm and perished on inner edges

Pass 8 Aug 2019 63,066 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 53,101 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 43,672 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 39,124 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 31,577 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 23,706 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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GK61 YPG is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GK61 YPG, 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 GK61 YPG registered?

GK61 YPG is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 8 September 2011.

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