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2011 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · CY11 ABU

CY11 ABU

2011 BMW 118 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 14 Jun 2011. Recorded mileage 96,315 miles. MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
BMW 118
Year / Origin
2011 · Bangor
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 15 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
Recorded Mileage
96,315 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 15 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Dec 2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2011
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status as evidenced by four consecutive MOT passes without any recorded defects. The most recent test conducted on 17 June 2025 resulted in no failures, maintaining the trend of clean results seen in the 2022, 2023, and 2024 inspections. This suggests that the mechanical and structural components priorit during testing have met the minimum legal standards consistently. At a recorded mileage of 87,508 miles, the vehicle has averaged approximately 5,834 miles per year over its 15-year lifespan. This figure is significantly lower than the national average for a car of this age, which typically indicates lower wear on the drivetrain and braking systems. The record shows consistent annual testing with intervals between May and June each year, indicating a regular pattern of use rather than long periods of inactivity that might lead to component degradation. While the MOT record shows no past failures, a buyer should still focus a physical inspection on components affected by low-mileage use. This includes checking for perished rubber elements, such as suspension bushes, tyres, and wiper blades, which can degrade over time regardless of distance traveled. The buyer should also inspect brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting if the vehicle has sat stationary, and verify the chassis for any structural rust that may not have reached a failure threshold yet. Buying score: 72 Risk level: Low.
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CY11 ABU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/06/2026
  • 96,315 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)

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CY11 ABU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Oct 2026, 23:48
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 BMW 118 (CY11 ABU) between May 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 10 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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FAIL
ADVISORY

CY11 ABU Mileage History

  1. 10/05/202378,006 mi
  2. 22/05/202483,009 mi+5,003 mi
  3. 17/06/202587,508 mi+4,499 mi
  4. 10/06/202696,315 mi+8,807 mi
  5. 10/06/202696,315 mi

Average of roughly 5,934 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
No Open Safety Recalls

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Taxed
Good MOT pass rate (80%)
Older vehicle
No outstanding recalls
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