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GV11 FSG

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

127,365 mi
Last recorded127,365 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV11 FSG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 127,365 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 112,951 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 104,107 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2024 104,017 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2023 86,830 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 68,883 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 62,243 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 62,243 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both N/S & O/S (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both N/S & O/S (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 46,625 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 32,530 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 23,260 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 17,880 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 14,215 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 11,110 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 11,091 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 7,972 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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GV11 FSG 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 87.5%.

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 GV11 FSG, 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 GV11 FSG registered?

GV11 FSG is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 5 August 2011.

Is GV11 FSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV11 FSG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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