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GL11 RRX

2011 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,812 mi
Last recorded147,812 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL11 RRX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 147,812 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 125,320 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 119,554 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 119,544 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 113,170 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 107,076 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 105,029 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2020 105,029 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 101,591 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 101,581 miles

Nearside 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 cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 93,040 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2017 84,678 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 70,616 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2015 53,915 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2014 36,133 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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GL11 RRX is a 2011 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RRX, 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 RRX registered?

GL11 RRX is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 15 July 2011.

Is GL11 RRX safe to buy?

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