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MF11 VKJ

2011 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,567 mi
Last recorded36,567 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF11 VKJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 36,567 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 32,948 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 30,857 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 30,605 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 29,827 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 28,853 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 27,092 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 25,492 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 25,492 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 23,050 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 21,149 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 18,268 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 16,555 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 16,555 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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MF11 VKJ is a 2011 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MF11 VKJ, 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

How do I check the history of MF11 VKJ?

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What year was MF11 VKJ registered?

MF11 VKJ is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 5 April 2011.

Is MF11 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF11 VKJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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