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SL61 GTZ

2011 BMW 316

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

172,618 mi
Last recorded172,618 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 316103,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL61 GTZ
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 172,618 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 164,697 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 152,200 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 139,610 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 131,196 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 130,945 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 114,365 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 105,395 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 85,771 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 65,942 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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SL61 GTZ is a 2011 BMW 316 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2011 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 103,133 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL61 GTZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SL61 GTZ?

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What year was SL61 GTZ registered?

SL61 GTZ is a 2011 BMW 316, first registered on 22 September 2011.

Is SL61 GTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL61 GTZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SL61 GTZ have outstanding finance?

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