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SP61 SZX

2011 BMW 116

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,717 mi
Last recorded59,717 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP61 SZX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 59,717 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 54,677 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 51,562 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 51,562 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 47,790 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 47,790 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2018 40,657 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 35,803 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 35,803 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 32,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre cracked/perished, not currently exposing cord.

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Tyre cracked/perished, not currently exposing cord.

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 28,117 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 22,761 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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SP61 SZX is a 2011 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SP61 SZX, 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 SP61 SZX registered?

SP61 SZX is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is SP61 SZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP61 SZX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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