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LV11 MXU

2011 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

87,887 mi
Last recorded87,887 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV11 MXU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 87,887 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 81,184 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2024 81,184 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush ( and covered in oil ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 76,739 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 73,244 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 71,864 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 64,085 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

sill covers fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2021 60,805 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 54,224 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 45,407 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2018 39,179 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 36,373 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 33,297 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 28,521 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 23,089 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 MXU 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 93.3%.

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 MXU, 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 MXU registered?

LV11 MXU is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 27 May 2011.

Is LV11 MXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV11 MXU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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