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YC61 WBG

2011 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

131,233 mi
Last recorded131,233 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC61 WBG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 131,233 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Feb 2023 131,233 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 110,109 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 89,133 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2020 89,133 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 87,703 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 81,642 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 71,967 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 67,887 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 55,648 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

REAR SPRINGS UNABLE TO FULLY INSPECT DUE TO ACESS

Fail 1 May 2015 55,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

REAR SPRINGS UNABLE TO FULLY INSPECT DUE TO ACESS

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 WBG is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YC61 WBG, 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 WBG registered?

YC61 WBG is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 18 November 2011.

Is YC61 WBG safe to buy?

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