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WG61 HVU

2011 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,101 mi
Last recorded130,101 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG61 HVU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 2 May 2026 130,101 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged + O/S/R outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2025 117,223 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2024 109,265 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 85,076 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 83,079 miles

Gearbox oil leak.

Offside indicator repeater is dim.

Pass 28 Jun 2021 77,233 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 70,350 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 63,946 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 53,859 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 43,908 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 34,147 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 23,912 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 20,578 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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WG61 HVU is a 2011 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WG61 HVU, 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 WG61 HVU registered?

WG61 HVU is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 28 December 2011.

Is WG61 HVU safe to buy?

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