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SM61 FMG

2011 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,925 mi
Last recorded110,925 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 FMG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 110,925 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 105,561 miles

Full undertray fitted

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 92,782 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17W (5.2.3 (e))

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

n/s/f head light slightly misted up.

n/s/r coil spring lower coil heavily corroded (advise replace both rear)

plastic shields and covers fitted to vehicle underside unable to fully inspect.

slight free play o/sf steering rack end.

Pass 17 Nov 2022 73,198 miles

n/s/f head lamp slightly misted up.

plastic shields and covers fitted to vehicle underside unable to fully inspect vehicle.

Pass 9 Nov 2021 51,638 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 43,691 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2019 40,838 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 40,820 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside rear brake caliper clip missing

Pass 8 Nov 2018 35,687 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper retaining clip missing

Pass 8 Nov 2017 30,095 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 26,489 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 26,489 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 17,882 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 12,411 miles

sill covers and undertrays fitted

wiper blades poor

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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SM61 FMG is a 2011 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SM61 FMG, 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

How do I check the history of SM61 FMG?

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What year was SM61 FMG registered?

SM61 FMG is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is SM61 FMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 FMG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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