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VN11 LAE

2011 BMW 316

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

114,803 mi
Last recorded114,803 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 316103,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN11 LAE
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 114,803 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

undertray / sill covers fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2024 94,029 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 94,027 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 89,593 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 79,856 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 72,657 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 68,800 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 62,838 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres have worn smooth on the edge of the tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 58,436 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 51,510 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 May 2016 43,384 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front washers low power

Pass 28 May 2015 35,634 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 27,453 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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VN11 LAE is a 2011 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 103,133 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VN11 LAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN11 LAE registered?

VN11 LAE is a 2011 BMW 316, first registered on 11 June 2011.

Is VN11 LAE safe to buy?

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