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HW61 JFJ

2011 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,899 mi
Last recorded35,899 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW61 JFJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2023 35,899 miles

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

engine cover, undertrays etc fitted, limiting view to some testable items

Pass 14 Jan 2022 30,084 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

undertrays etc fitted, limiting view

Pass 14 Oct 2020 24,654 miles

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

under trays fitted, limiting view

Pass 24 Oct 2019 23,374 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 22,917 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 22,916 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 22,159 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 20,064 miles

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

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge.

Fail 17 Oct 2016 20,059 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 15 Oct 2015 18,193 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 14,129 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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HW61 JFJ is a 2011 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HW61 JFJ, 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 HW61 JFJ registered?

HW61 JFJ is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 26 October 2011.

Is HW61 JFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW61 JFJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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