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MV61 BNJ

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

92,079 mi
Last recorded92,079 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV61 BNJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 92,079 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 87,479 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 24 Sep 2025 87,479 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 81,450 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 72,116 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Sep 2022 57,538 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 57,537 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 57,306 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 54,912 miles

nearside front washers low aim

rear brake pads worn? wearing

Pass 2 Dec 2019 52,230 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 47,021 miles

nearside rear inner wheel arch trim slight loose

rear brake pads worn / wearing.

Pass 22 Nov 2017 42,361 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 36,492 miles

nearside front tyre no tread outer edge

rear wiper blade split

Pass 10 Nov 2015 29,493 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 23,871 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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MV61 BNJ is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MV61 BNJ, 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 MV61 BNJ registered?

MV61 BNJ is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 7 December 2011.

Is MV61 BNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV61 BNJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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