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GL11 PKU

2011 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

127,497 mi
Last recorded127,497 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL11 PKU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 127,497 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2024 125,623 miles

Exhaust Flexi-pipe poor

Pass 12 Oct 2023 124,933 miles

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose Flexi-pipe poor (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2023 124,933 miles

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose Flexi-pipe poor (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 122,506 miles

Crankshaft Pulley Worn

Exhaust Flexi Pipe Poor

Water Pump Noisy

Pass 30 Sep 2021 120,367 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Front Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Sep 2021 120,365 miles

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

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

Exhaust mounting defective Front Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 118,946 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 116,682 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 100,122 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 77,982 miles

Central Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to 1.5mm limit (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

brake wear warning lamp illuminated on dashboard display

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components

under vehicle covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 11 Jul 2016 57,995 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 39,386 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 30,941 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GL11 PKU is a 2011 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel 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 GL11 PKU, 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 GL11 PKU registered?

GL11 PKU is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2011.

Is GL11 PKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL11 PKU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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