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VK61 XFM

2011 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

121,169 mi
Last recorded121,169 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 XFM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 121,169 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 114,632 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front steering rack end has slight play

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2025 114,631 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to fuel leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel leaking (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front steering rack end has slight play

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 103,179 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 92,280 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 81,992 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 73,038 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 Mar 2020 62,994 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 55,812 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 46,071 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 37,179 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 27,404 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 13,760 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 13,317 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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VK61 XFM is a 2011 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VK61 XFM, 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 VK61 XFM registered?

VK61 XFM is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is VK61 XFM safe to buy?

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