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GU61 ZNY

2011 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

146,595 mi
Last recorded146,595 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 ZNY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 146,595 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

fornt undertray fitted

offside front nail in tyre

Pass 11 Apr 2025 137,631 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2024 127,265 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2024 126,898 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 22 Mar 2024 126,427 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 119,593 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated service required (1.1.10 (f))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front hydrobushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

service overdue light on

undertrays fitted front to back not allowing full underside inspection

Fail 18 Mar 2023 119,593 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated service required (1.1.10 (f))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front hydrobushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

service overdue light on

undertrays fitted front to back not allowing full underside inspection

Pass 11 Mar 2022 113,610 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 113,610 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 106,236 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 106,236 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 May 2019 93,932 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2019 93,932 miles

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

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

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

o/s rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 26 May 2018 85,027 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

child seat fitted

under covers fitted

wipers worn slightly

Pass 27 May 2017 73,500 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-Trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 27 May 2017 73,500 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-Trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Apr 2016 62,495 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2015 45,648 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 33,953 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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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GU61 ZNY is a 2011 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 GU61 ZNY, 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 GU61 ZNY registered?

GU61 ZNY is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 26 September 2011.

Is GU61 ZNY safe to buy?

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