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LY11 GKK

2011 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

144,284 mi
Last recorded144,284 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY11 GKK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 144,284 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2024 140,965 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 137,615 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 132,250 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON BOTH SIDES OUTER - EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 118,680 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 100,033 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Driveshaft ABS reluctor ring contacting ABS sensor

Offside Rear Driveshaft ABS reluctor ring contacting ABS sensor

Pass 26 Jul 2019 87,477 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 70,902 miles

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test Removed air fresheners from rear view mirror in drivers view ()

Fail 24 Jul 2018 70,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Front left tyre cracked tread exposed cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test Removed air fresheners from rear view mirror in drivers view ()

Pass 20 Jul 2017 57,899 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn & cracking on edge

Pass 13 Jul 2016 47,002 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm & cracking (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm & cracking (4.1.E.1)

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

discs worn

Pass 21 Jul 2015 38,117 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 29,875 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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LY11 GKK is a 2011 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LY11 GKK, 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 LY11 GKK registered?

LY11 GKK is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 29 July 2011.

Is LY11 GKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY11 GKK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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