2011 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · SA61 LBV
2011 BMW 118 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 112,557 miles. MOT valid until 08 Aug 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 118
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,557 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial 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.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
SA61 LBV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 10/08/2026
- 112,557 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SA61 LBV MOT History
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 (SA61 LBV) between July 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
SA61 LBV Mileage History
- 29/07/202496,823 mi
- 25/07/2025100,001 mi+3,178 mi
- 13/04/2026112,550 mi+12,549 mi
- 06/08/2026112,554 mi+4 mi
- 10/08/2026112,557 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 7,745 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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