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GY61 LVG

2011 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,036 mi
Last recorded65,036 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 LVG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2025 65,036 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 61,514 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 56,087 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 52,004 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 48,308 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 46,097 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective judders (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 43,013 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 37,020 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 30,720 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 25,821 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 20,855 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 16,513 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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GY61 LVG is a 2011 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GY61 LVG, 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 LVG?

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What year was GY61 LVG registered?

GY61 LVG is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is GY61 LVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY61 LVG shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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