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VE61 DXG

2011 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,310 mi
Last recorded99,310 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 DXG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 99,310 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 91,219 miles

items removed from driver view's prior to test .

Pass 20 Jun 2023 79,170 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

undertray fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2022 68,688 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN CLOSE TO LIMIR (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 60,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Jul 2021 60,706 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2020 54,405 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 43,783 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2018 33,565 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 25,549 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 25,549 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 20,102 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 16,443 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 7 May 2015 16,443 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 15,349 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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VE61 DXG is a 2011 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VE61 DXG, 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 VE61 DXG registered?

VE61 DXG is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 21 December 2011.

Is VE61 DXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 DXG shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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