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LR11 MLX

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

91,522 mi
Last recorded91,522 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR11 MLX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 91,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective going opaque , pattern still visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective going opaque , pattern still visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2026 91,506 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2 cuts in tread to cords , and close to 1.6mm limit 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective going opaque , pattern still visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective going opaque , pattern still visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 85,011 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2024 78,955 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 72,388 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 63,102 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 57,213 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 20 Feb 2020 54,172 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 44,434 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 40,392 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 35,749 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 29,861 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 25,336 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 21,277 miles

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

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

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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LR11 MLX is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LR11 MLX, 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 LR11 MLX registered?

LR11 MLX is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 26 March 2011.

Is LR11 MLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR11 MLX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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