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LC61 MEU

2011 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

123,501 mi
Last recorded123,501 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC61 MEU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 123,501 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 115,654 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 108,744 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 99,199 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 94,476 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 30 Sep 2022 94,476 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Oct 2021 85,602 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 79,121 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 79,121 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 70,579 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 62,548 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 55,726 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 50,292 miles

Offside Front tyre is cracking in the tread

Pass 12 Oct 2015 43,513 miles

Offside Front tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 15 Oct 2014 36,923 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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LC61 MEU is a 2011 BMW 116 in Silver 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 MEU, 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

How do I check the history of LC61 MEU?

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What year was LC61 MEU registered?

LC61 MEU is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 19 November 2011.

Is LC61 MEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC61 MEU 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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