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MK11 SZJ

2011 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

105,624 mi
Last recorded105,624 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK11 SZJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 105,624 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 102,736 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 100,343 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 100,343 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 97,145 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 97,145 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2021 89,674 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 83,418 miles

Front tyres worn on edges

Offside Rear tyre has a small cut in the side wall

Pass 17 Oct 2019 76,875 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin All (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 66,368 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 52,509 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 45,492 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 23 Apr 2016 45,492 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50/17V RF (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Item removed from screen

Rear tyres worn off on inner edge bald

Pass 1 May 2015 35,721 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 May 2015 35,721 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 May 2014 22,930 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 22,930 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MK11 SZJ is a 2011 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 MK11 SZJ, 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 MK11 SZJ registered?

MK11 SZJ is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2011.

Is MK11 SZJ safe to buy?

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