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GU11 ZVD

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,651 mi
Last recorded114,651 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU11 ZVD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 114,651 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, front. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Passenger side. (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 99,725 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Nov 2024 99,725 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 88,623 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 78,661 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 76,146 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2020 64,390 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Jun 2020 64,390 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 58,012 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 46,454 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 44,051 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 43,911 miles

Both Front Tyres Wearing On Outer Edges

Rear Brake Pads Low

Various Undertrays Fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2015 30,560 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 19,267 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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GU11 ZVD is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol 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 GU11 ZVD, 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 ZVD registered?

GU11 ZVD is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 29 March 2011.

Is GU11 ZVD safe to buy?

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