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GL61 BBF

2011 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,480 mi
Last recorded100,480 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL61 BBF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 100,480 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 97,133 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 91,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Oct 2022 84,465 miles

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 79,374 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 72,830 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 3 Nov 2020 72,830 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2019 61,108 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2019 61,108 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 50,690 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Apr 2017 38,400 miles

Front wipers smear

Fail 24 Apr 2017 38,400 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working Part of mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Front wipers smear

Pass 4 May 2016 30,607 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 22,630 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 18,388 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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GL61 BBF 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 GL61 BBF, 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 GL61 BBF registered?

GL61 BBF is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 22 December 2011.

Is GL61 BBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL61 BBF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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