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2011 BMW 118 1.6L Petrol · YF61 HCZ

YF61 HCZ

2011 BMW 118 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 02 Dec 2011. Recorded mileage 84,355 miles. MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
BMW 118
Year / Origin
2011 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 16 Mar 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
84,355 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 16 Mar 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2011
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the last five annual MOT tests. The most recent inspection conducted on 17 March 2026 returned a pass with no defects recorded, maintaining a trend of clean results dating back to September 2022. This consistency indicates that the vehicle has not failed any mechanical or safety-related criteria during the documented testing period. At a recorded mileage of 84,355 miles, this 15-year-old BMW averages approximately 5,624 miles per year. This is significantly below the national average for a vehicle of this age, which typically suggests lower mechanical wear on components like the drivetrain and braking systems. The record shows consistent annual testing without any sudden spikes in mileage, suggesting the car is used regularly rather than sitting for extended periods which could lead to fluid ingress or component degradation. While the MOT history shows no recorded failures, a physical inspection should focus on issues common to low-mileage older German vehicles. These include the condition of rubber components, such as suspension bushes and split hoses, which perish over time regardless of the distance travelled. The buyer should also check for surface corrosion on brake discs and calipers, as low-use vehicles are prone to seizing. Additionally, verifying the structural integrity of the underbody is necessary to ensure no hidden rust has developed between the intervals of the annual inspections. Buying score: 72 Risk level: Low.
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YF61 HCZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
  • 84,355 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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YF61 HCZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 BMW 118 (YF61 HCZ) between September 2022 and March 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

YF61 HCZ Mileage History

  1. 10/09/202274,904 mi
  2. 15/06/202374,960 mi+56 mi
  3. 11/06/202479,557 mi+4,597 mi
  4. 30/05/202580,887 mi+1,330 mi
  5. 17/03/202684,355 mi+3,468 mi

Average of roughly 2,688 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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

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Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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