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A6 XBN

2011 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

204,754 mi
Last recorded204,754 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 3 Series86,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 XBN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 204,754 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 198,276 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main chassis brake pipe swelled beneath factory fitted coatings (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main chassis brake pipe swelled beneath factory fitted coatings (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 188,322 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 183,821 miles

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Offside handbrake rec service

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 173,850 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 14 Dec 2021 173,850 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 162,971 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyres wearing inner treads x 2

Pass 6 Jan 2020 156,473 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 146,791 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 129,004 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2017 129,004 miles

Central Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' item, hanging from interior mirror (8.3.1e)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 111,022 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 93,149 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 78,401 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 55,841 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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A6 XBN is a 2011 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 86,482 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A6 XBN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A6 XBN registered?

A6 XBN is a 2011 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 12 May 2011.

Is A6 XBN safe to buy?

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