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GY61 YSK

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

207,579 mi
Last recorded207,579 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 YSK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2023 207,579 miles

Nearside Front NSF headlight lens has condensation

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

Offside Front OSF headlight lens has condensation

Pass 14 Dec 2022 203,755 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2022 203,740 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside number plate light dim

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 193,188 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately secured engine bay (4.11 (a) (i))

Electrical wiring insecure rubbing on steering column (4.11 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 174,171 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 30 Nov 2020 174,147 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 153,400 miles

engine running lumpy only just passed emissions - advise investigation ASAP

Pass 21 Nov 2018 135,921 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror hangers ()

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

Fail 21 Nov 2018 135,921 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror hangers ()

Nearside Front Position lamp not working wrong bulb fitted - replaced with correct bulb (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 113,238 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt cannot be checked fully, child seat installed.

Pass 28 Nov 2016 91,907 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresh on mirror ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Nov 2015 70,553 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 52,007 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 YSK is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YSK, 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.

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What year was GY61 YSK registered?

GY61 YSK is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 2 December 2011.

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