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LR61 HKE

2011 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,251 mi
Last recorded113,251 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR61 HKE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 113,251 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 108,778 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 106,053 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2023 106,053 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 98,792 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm mounting modified but not seriously weakened arm to the rear has non standard securing bolt very close to catching against the wheel (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm to the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 93,139 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 89,773 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2021 89,773 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 84,911 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 79,465 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2019 79,463 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Sep 2017 72,470 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 65,703 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 58,788 miles

2x child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of the seat belt

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)

both front tires are starting to wear on the edge on the outer edge

Pass 25 Sep 2014 52,374 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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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LR61 HKE is a 2011 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LR61 HKE, 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 LR61 HKE?

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What year was LR61 HKE registered?

LR61 HKE is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 3 October 2011.

Is LR61 HKE safe to buy?

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