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SP61 LHW

2011 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

167,687 mi
Last recorded167,687 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2019
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP61 LHW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2019 167,687 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 129,707 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2018 129,707 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 90,865 miles

Offside Front Slight accident damage

Pass 9 Jun 2016 66,687 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 62,227 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 46,344 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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SP61 LHW is a 2011 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 SP61 LHW, 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 SP61 LHW registered?

SP61 LHW is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 6 September 2011.

Is SP61 LHW safe to buy?

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