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LG61 VXK

2011 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

142,484 mi
Last recorded142,484 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG61 VXK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 142,484 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2025 134,379 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2025 134,375 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyrewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 125,885 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyrewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 119,721 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play

Front flexi pipe deteriorated

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 112,878 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front flexi pipe deteriorated

Pass 7 May 2021 106,271 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 103,433 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 94,924 miles

Offside Front Inner steering rack end has slight play

Fail 24 Aug 2019 94,815 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner steering rack end has slight play

Pass 4 Sep 2018 86,047 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play INNER (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 78,047 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 70,011 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 64,008 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/f tyre close to limmit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 50,961 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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LG61 VXK 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 LG61 VXK, 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 LG61 VXK?

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What year was LG61 VXK registered?

LG61 VXK is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 12 October 2011.

Is LG61 VXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG61 VXK 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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