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LR61 VVS

2011 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

108,751 mi
Last recorded108,751 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 108,751 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

registration plate lamps have reduced light output

Pass 23 Oct 2024 100,096 miles

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 23 Oct 2024 100,096 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Oct 2023 84,769 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear, @ 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 70,325 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Oct 2022 70,325 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both front on inner edges (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Oct 2021 55,401 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 51,986 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 45,848 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 18 Oct 2019 45,848 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Oct 2018 40,142 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 35,552 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 30,439 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 30,439 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 22,350 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 22,350 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 15,256 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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LR61 VVS is a 2011 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 VVS, 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 LR61 VVS registered?

LR61 VVS is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 7 October 2011.

Is LR61 VVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR61 VVS shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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