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ML61 XPP

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

53,611 mi
Last recorded53,611 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML61 XPP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 53,611 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 49,875 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 25 Feb 2025 49,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 48,778 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 47,544 miles

Front Both front headlamps have slight condensation internally.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 44,574 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 17 Oct 2022 44,574 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Pass 12 Oct 2021 41,138 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 41,138 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 19 Oct 2020 38,542 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 36,396 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 32,286 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 25,459 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH rear tyres near legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 20,815 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 16,133 miles

front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 6 Oct 2014 11,412 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2013 6,043 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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ML61 XPP is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 ML61 XPP, 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 ML61 XPP registered?

ML61 XPP is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 30 October 2011.

Is ML61 XPP safe to buy?

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