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GU11 YHT

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

115,324 mi
Last recorded115,324 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU11 YHT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 115,324 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 105,577 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 100,053 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 94,521 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 88,215 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 81,736 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2021 81,675 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2021 81,596 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2020 76,793 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 69,578 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 69,578 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 61,747 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Jan 2017 53,704 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 39,666 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 26,462 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2014 21,256 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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GU11 YHT is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GU11 YHT, 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 GU11 YHT registered?

GU11 YHT is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 11 March 2011.

Is GU11 YHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU11 YHT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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