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SP11 XSD

2011 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

107,226 mi
Last recorded107,226 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP11 XSD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 107,226 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 99,627 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 99,627 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2023 92,633 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 82,997 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 75,827 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 74,529 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 73,483 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 22 Aug 2019 73,481 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Jun 2018 60,421 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 60,420 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2017 33,440 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 27,861 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 21,948 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 21,948 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 28 Mar 2014 17,171 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 17,171 miles

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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SP11 XSD is a 2011 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 SP11 XSD, 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 SP11 XSD registered?

SP11 XSD is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 30 March 2011.

Is SP11 XSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP11 XSD shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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