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LA61 FJU

2011 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,110 mi
Last recorded113,110 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA61 FJU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2023 113,110 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2023 113,110 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 102,823 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and wearing close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2022 102,823 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and wearing close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 88,486 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 76,960 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 71,021 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 65,250 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 19 Feb 2018 65,250 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 57,525 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 1.8mm - 225/45 W17 (4.1.E.1)

SERVICE warning

parking brake high

Pass 5 Dec 2015 51,211 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 43,130 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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LA61 FJU is a 2011 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LA61 FJU, 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 LA61 FJU registered?

LA61 FJU is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is LA61 FJU safe to buy?

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