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WF61 HMX

2011 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,748 mi
Last recorded113,748 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF61 HMX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 113,748 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 113,748 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2024 110,853 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 108,010 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 99,277 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2022 99,277 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 76,658 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 62,061 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 46,862 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 42,036 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 42,036 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim all streched (4.1.D.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 30,967 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 28,348 miles

Front Number plate beginning to loosen

Pass 9 Sep 2015 23,436 miles

Nearside Front tyre has damage to the inner sidewall, not exposing cord.

Pass 8 Sep 2014 18,686 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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WF61 HMX is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black 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 WF61 HMX, 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 WF61 HMX registered?

WF61 HMX is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is WF61 HMX safe to buy?

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