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GL11 RRU

2011 BMW 116

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

136,153 mi
Last recorded136,153 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL11 RRU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 136,153 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 126,974 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 117,118 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox is damp with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 103,074 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 88,443 miles

Front brake application slightly uneven.

Pass 18 Nov 2020 80,412 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2020 80,409 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 75,120 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 75,119 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2018 65,539 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 65,539 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 61,816 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 50,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge plus slightly out of shape (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Edges, plus slightly out of shape (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 40,488 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 31,173 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 20,146 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 14,969 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 RRU is a 2011 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RRU, 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 RRU registered?

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

Is GL11 RRU safe to buy?

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