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PE11 PTX

2011 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

227,550 mi
Last recorded227,550 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE11 PTX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 227,550 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

o/s/f fog lamp inop and insecure

Fail 11 May 2023 227,550 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

o/s/f fog lamp inop and insecure

Pass 11 May 2022 198,084 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 10 May 2022 198,084 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 21 Apr 2021 164,238 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 133,191 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 97,206 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 63,949 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 47,700 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 47,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 37,001 miles

Covers underneath prevent a complete visual check

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 27,585 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 19,772 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 19,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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PE11 PTX is a 2011 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 PE11 PTX, 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 PE11 PTX registered?

PE11 PTX is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is PE11 PTX safe to buy?

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