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YF60 WTW

2011 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

125,000 mi
Last recorded125,000 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF60 WTW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2024 125,000 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 121,920 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 121,918 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible joint leak (6.1.2 (a))

longitudinal brake pipes /propshaft not examined engine and chassis shields fitted

Fail 1 Jun 2023 121,903 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 May 2022 117,275 miles
Fail 19 May 2022 117,273 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2021 112,776 miles

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

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

exhaust system loose but still secure

nearside mirror glass loose

Fail 12 May 2021 112,775 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

exhaust system loose but still secure

nearside mirror glass loose

Pass 30 Jan 2020 106,935 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 106,935 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 99,899 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 92,091 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 81,597 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 69,349 miles

Rear propshaft dounut splitting

Pass 2 Feb 2016 69,109 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 55,123 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 43,822 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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YF60 WTW is a 2011 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YF60 WTW, 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 YF60 WTW registered?

YF60 WTW is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 14 January 2011.

Is YF60 WTW safe to buy?

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