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YD61 WNZ

2011 BMW 316

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

153,113 mi
Last recorded153,113 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 316103,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD61 WNZ
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 153,113 miles

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

undertrays sill covers

Pass 14 Dec 2023 139,825 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 130,966 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2023 130,963 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 124,126 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT (0.1 (b))

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

TPMS LIGHT ON DASH

Fail 16 Nov 2021 124,126 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

TPMS LIGHT ON DASH

Pass 13 Nov 2020 119,068 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

noise from engine/gearbox

Pass 19 Nov 2019 109,391 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Nov 2018 94,537 miles

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

Offside Front tyre ran off on inner edge (2055516)

Pass 13 Nov 2017 84,867 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 75,114 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 63,135 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 49,525 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 45,344 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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YD61 WNZ is a 2011 BMW 316 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 103,133 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YD61 WNZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YD61 WNZ registered?

YD61 WNZ is a 2011 BMW 316, first registered on 7 September 2011.

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The MOT history for YD61 WNZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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