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2011 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · GV11 AAZ

GV11 AAZ

2011 BMW 118 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 19 Jun 2011. Recorded mileage 121,798 miles. MOT expired on 17 Jul 2024. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 118
Year / Origin
2011 · Canterbury
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 17 Jul 2024
Road Tax
Untaxed (31 Oct 2023)
Recorded Mileage
121,798 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 17 Jul 2024
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 31 Oct 2023
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2011
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available data. The most recent MOT on 18 July 2023 at 121,798 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This clean result mirrors the four previous tests dating back to 2019, suggesting a consistent standard of maintenance and a lack of recurring mechanical failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age. Between 12 July 2019 at 84,538 miles and 18 July 2023 at 121,798 miles, the car covered 37,260 miles. This averages roughly 9,315 miles per year over that four-year window, which aligns with typical usage for a 2011 model. There are no erratic jumps in mileage or prolonged periods of inactivity that would suggest neglect or hidden deterioration. The absence of any advisories over five years is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage. While the record is clean, a buyer should still physically inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these components typically degrade by 120,000 miles regardless of MOT outcomes. Checking for underbody corrosion and brake disc wear is also advisable, as the MOT record does not provide a detailed history of preventative part replacements. The vehicle has not had a recorded MOT since July 2023. Given today's date of 20 July 2026, the car is currently over three years out of date. This gap creates a significant data void regarding the current state of the brakes, tyres, and emissions. A full mechanical inspection is required to ensure no degradation has occurred during this period of lapsed testing.
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GV11 AAZ Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/07/2023
  • 121,798 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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GV11 AAZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 17:09
MOT Analysis

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

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 BMW 118 (GV11 AAZ) between July 2022 and July 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.

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

In total 4 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

GV11 AAZ Mileage History

  1. 07/07/2022111,840 mi
  2. 18/07/2023121,798 mi+9,958 mi

Average of roughly 9,674 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
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Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Outstanding recall notice
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