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YC11 VXM

2011 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,374 mi
Last recorded135,374 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC11 VXM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 135,374 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2023 135,373 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 119,567 miles

both front tyres are perished strong advise also worn to limits

front brake discs and pads are worn

Pass 4 Jun 2021 108,237 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2021 108,237 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 103,530 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2020 103,530 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 94,448 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 94,448 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2018 69,358 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 66,454 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 52,690 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Mar 2016 52,690 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 41,337 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Mar 2014 30,969 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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YC11 VXM is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YC11 VXM, 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 YC11 VXM registered?

YC11 VXM is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 9 June 2011.

Is YC11 VXM safe to buy?

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