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L31 MTU

2011 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

226,562 mi
Last recorded226,562 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL31 MTU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 226,562 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2025 201,617 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 173,564 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2023 156,698 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2022 137,660 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 108,177 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Mar 2021 108,177 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2020 100,305 miles
Fail 1 May 2020 100,305 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2019 92,085 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 11 Apr 2018 81,942 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 81,942 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 68,973 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded on the inside

Fail 11 Apr 2017 68,973 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (8.2.2)

front brake discs slightly corroded on the inside

Pass 14 Apr 2016 58,795 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 48,965 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 10 Apr 2014 38,788 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

O/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

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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L31 MTU is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 L31 MTU, 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 L31 MTU registered?

L31 MTU is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 19 April 2011.

Is L31 MTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L31 MTU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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