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LC61 FTD

2011 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

140,796 mi
Last recorded140,796 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC61 FTD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 140,796 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 120,259 miles

Front exhaust flexi deteriated / loose

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear parking brake low effort

pad warning

Pass 23 Jun 2023 107,933 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 105,413 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 101,919 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 97,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2020 97,773 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 93,274 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 85,148 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 85,148 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 70,208 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 68,108 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 45,234 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 45,217 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 40,178 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LC61 FTD is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LC61 FTD, 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 LC61 FTD registered?

LC61 FTD is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 14 November 2011.

Is LC61 FTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC61 FTD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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