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GY61 CKE

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,836 mi
Last recorded107,836 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 CKE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 107,836 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 102,246 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 96,136 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 95,979 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted damaged (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2022 77,870 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2022 77,870 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 65,745 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2021 65,745 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2020 61,663 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 56,971 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 48,497 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 40,762 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 30,734 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 23,690 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 19,328 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front tyres cracking between treads

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2014 19,328 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front tyres cracking between treads

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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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GY61 CKE is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GY61 CKE, 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

How do I check the history of GY61 CKE?

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What year was GY61 CKE registered?

GY61 CKE is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 18 October 2011.

Is GY61 CKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY61 CKE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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