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OV11 NVY

2011 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

180,943 mi
Last recorded180,943 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV11 NVY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 180,943 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 29 Oct 2024 175,049 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 175,047 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 169,560 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 162,462 miles

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 156,937 miles

flexi exhaust slightly deteriorated

under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 17 Nov 2020 148,562 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 142,062 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 133,971 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 128,536 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 121,190 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 121,190 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 113,710 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2014 99,712 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 93,168 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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OV11 NVY is a 2011 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel 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 OV11 NVY, 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 OV11 NVY registered?

OV11 NVY is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 12 May 2011.

Is OV11 NVY safe to buy?

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