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LV61 SWZ

2011 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

106,684 mi
Last recorded106,684 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV61 SWZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 106,684 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 104,509 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing On edges and in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 102,070 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lip on edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front headlamp wet inside

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing with deep cut close to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing with cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective wet inside lamp not affecting light output (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively lip on edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Fail 22 Jan 2024 102,070 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lip on edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front headlamp wet inside

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing with deep cut close to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing with cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective wet inside lamp not affecting light output (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively lip on edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2023 97,197 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing/worn on outer edge

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 93,766 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 86,563 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 81,271 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 76,686 miles

Offside Front tyre kerb bead cut

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

Pass 22 Dec 2017 71,812 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 68,361 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 68,361 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 52,866 miles

Nearside Front worn on edge

Offside Front tyre worn on edge

Pass 6 Jan 2015 36,070 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 36,070 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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LV61 SWZ 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 LV61 SWZ, 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 LV61 SWZ registered?

LV61 SWZ is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 26 November 2011.

Is LV61 SWZ safe to buy?

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