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YC61 LUW

2011 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

122,644 mi
Last recorded122,644 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC61 LUW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2024 122,644 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 116,592 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front 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))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 106,345 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 96,785 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad wear sensor not fitted in brake pad

Pass 8 Oct 2019 90,354 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 80,882 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 75,134 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Nov 2017 74,939 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 65,534 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 51,976 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 37,991 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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YC61 LUW is a 2011 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YC61 LUW, 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 YC61 LUW registered?

YC61 LUW is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is YC61 LUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC61 LUW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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