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VK11 UWB

2011 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

169,798 mi
Last recorded169,798 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK11 UWB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 169,798 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2025 169,798 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2024 163,499 miles

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

rear heatshield insecure

Fail 30 Aug 2024 163,499 miles

Front Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

rear heatshield insecure

Pass 30 Aug 2023 157,355 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2023 157,354 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 151,919 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 148,379 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Tpms light on

Under trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2019 134,234 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Nov 2019 134,234 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi from cat (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear parking sensor wires hanging around exhaust in direct contact and likley to cause a fire

Pass 18 Sep 2018 118,772 miles

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

Front exhaust flexi pipe breaking up

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside front tyre sidewall scuffed and has slight damage

Rear brake pads getting low

Rear tyres wearing on inside edges

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System Indicates a fault

Undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2017 113,785 miles

front brake discs worn thin

n/s/f brake pads worn very low

n/s/f tyre tread worn badly on outer edges

Pass 2 Sep 2016 106,772 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 106,772 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/55/16 (4.1.D.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 98,742 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 98,742 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 90,868 miles

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

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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VK11 UWB is a 2011 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 VK11 UWB, 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 VK11 UWB registered?

VK11 UWB is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 21 June 2011.

Is VK11 UWB safe to buy?

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