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MW11 ETF

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

148,611 mi
Last recorded148,611 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW11 ETF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 148,611 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 143,514 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources lamp dull (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to limit 245/35 ZR 18 92Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Out of swept area slightly damaged (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 131,132 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Nov 2023 131,101 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 118,028 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 108,999 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 102,372 miles

Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords o.s.f and n.s.f tyres have cuts in outer side walls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o.s.f and n.s.f tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Lower Undertrays fitted

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Outer Sill covers fitted

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o.s.r and n.s.r tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 102,372 miles

Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords o.s.f and n.s.f tyres have cuts in outer side walls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o.s.f and n.s.f tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Lower Undertrays fitted

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Outer Sill covers fitted

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o.s.r and n.s.r tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 96,841 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 93,016 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 89,870 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Jul 2016 79,652 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front tyre cracked, no cords exposed

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre tyre also cracked, no cords exposed ()

Offside Rear tyre cracked, no cords exposed. plus cut in outer sidewall

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring view of components

Fail 5 Jul 2016 79,344 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords nail in tyre also (4.1.D.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front tyre cracked, no cords exposed

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre tyre also cracked, no cords exposed ()

Offside Rear tyre cracked, no cords exposed. plus cut in outer sidewall

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 14 Jul 2015 70,553 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2014 46,815 miles

n/s/f washer jet is weak

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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MW11 ETF is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MW11 ETF, 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 MW11 ETF registered?

MW11 ETF is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 29 June 2011.

Is MW11 ETF safe to buy?

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