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YP61 VNB

2011 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

79,187 mi
Last recorded79,187 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP61 VNB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 79,187 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 69,961 miles

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))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 69,961 miles

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

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 16 Feb 2024 59,789 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 57,062 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 55,167 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2022 55,167 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2021 51,352 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 51,328 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2020 46,901 miles

TPMS LIGHT SHOWS FAULT

Fail 22 May 2020 46,901 miles

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

TPMS LIGHT SHOWS FAULT

Pass 23 May 2019 43,182 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 May 2018 39,397 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 35,366 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 May 2016 31,280 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 27,852 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 23,997 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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YP61 VNB is a 2011 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YP61 VNB, 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

How do I check the history of YP61 VNB?

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What year was YP61 VNB registered?

YP61 VNB is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 28 November 2011.

Is YP61 VNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP61 VNB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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