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YP11 DFK

2011 BMW 316

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

137,512 mi
Last recorded137,512 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 316103,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP11 DFK
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Feb 2026 137,512 miles

Central Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Central Rear heat sheild insecure

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2025 119,006 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 110,990 miles

Front exhaust clamp loose

Pass 15 Nov 2022 100,925 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 96,007 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 91,673 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 82,697 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 74,702 miles

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

engine and underfloor covers ftd which obscure some checkable items

Pass 12 May 2017 67,813 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 61,431 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit less than 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2015 50,334 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 39,582 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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YP11 DFK is a 2011 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YP11 DFK, 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 YP11 DFK registered?

YP11 DFK is a 2011 BMW 316, first registered on 5 May 2011.

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