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XIG 5485

2011 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,718 mi
Last recorded140,718 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIG 5485
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 140,718 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 6 rear brake hoses corroded to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underneath of car

Pass 10 Dec 2024 136,315 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All six front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under covers fitted

Fail 10 Dec 2024 136,315 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All six front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under covers fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2015 10,337 miles

Offside Rear handbrake reading slightly low

child seats fitted in rear .......unable to examine seat belts normally .

undertrays & engine covers fitted .... unable to examine some items .

Pass 27 Aug 2014 7,601 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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XIG 5485 is a 2011 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 XIG 5485, 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.

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What year was XIG 5485 registered?

XIG 5485 is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 16 September 2011.

Is XIG 5485 safe to buy?

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