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LV11 FSG

2011 BMW 116

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

158,133 mi
Last recorded158,133 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV11 FSG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 158,133 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2025 138,487 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 138,487 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 107,086 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 26 Jan 2023 79,512 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 75,239 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2022 75,239 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 68,540 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 63,740 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2019 58,720 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 53,788 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 44,081 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 30,744 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 24,150 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 19,217 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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LV11 FSG is a 2011 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc 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 LV11 FSG, 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 LV11 FSG registered?

LV11 FSG is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 30 April 2011.

Is LV11 FSG safe to buy?

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