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RJ11 GRK

2011 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

164,615 mi
Last recorded164,615 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ11 GRK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Feb 2026 164,615 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Both brake discs in poor condition

Pass 27 Feb 2025 155,812 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 147,652 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 142,820 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 137,900 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 134,303 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 128,028 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Dec 2018 116,923 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 115,756 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 105,964 miles

insufficient smoke to register on emissions test

Pass 30 Nov 2015 90,803 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 81,296 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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RJ11 GRK is a 2011 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RJ11 GRK, 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.

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What year was RJ11 GRK registered?

RJ11 GRK is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 23 June 2011.

Is RJ11 GRK safe to buy?

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