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286 ATO

2011 BMW G Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,390 mi
Last recorded25,390 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW G Series13,479 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration286 ATO
MakeBMW
ModelG Series
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 25,390 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2026 25,368 miles

Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket so loose it is likely to fail cush drive rubbers worn excessively (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2025 25,179 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 24,719 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 24,130 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 21,893 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 19,862 miles

How Reliable is the BMW G Series?

Based on 9,521 MOT tests across 1,081 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,081
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 18
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286 ATO is a 2011 BMW G Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW G Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 13,479 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 G Series fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 286 ATO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW G Series typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 15 years old, this BMW G Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 286 ATO?

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What year was 286 ATO registered?

286 ATO is a 2011 BMW G Series, first registered on 26 September 2011.

Is 286 ATO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 286 ATO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 286 ATO have outstanding finance?

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