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MT11 JCJ

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,946 mi
Last recorded101,946 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT11 JCJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 101,946 miles

UNDER TRAY LOOSE

Fail 27 Nov 2025 101,946 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

UNDER TRAY LOOSE

Pass 22 Nov 2024 95,192 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 88,049 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 82,120 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 78,809 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 76,630 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 76,630 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 74,741 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Fail 24 Feb 2020 74,737 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 71,652 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 53,142 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 53,142 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 40,018 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 28,973 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 25,374 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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MT11 JCJ is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MT11 JCJ, 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 MT11 JCJ registered?

MT11 JCJ is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 11 August 2011.

Is MT11 JCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT11 JCJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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