CarVerify

Free Car Check

SV61 SNK

2011 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,796 mi
Last recorded23,796 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV61 SNK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
View full BMW 116 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2016 23,796 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 23,796 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 20,466 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 18,781 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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
Full BMW 116 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SV61 SNK is a 2011 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SV61 SNK, 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 SV61 SNK?

You can check the full history of SV61 SNK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SV61 SNK registered?

SV61 SNK is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is SV61 SNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV61 SNK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SV61 SNK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SV61 SNK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.