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AD11 BXU

2011 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

144,083 mi
Last recorded144,083 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 3 Series86,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD11 BXU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 144,083 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 133,428 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Apr 2022 133,428 miles

Central Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flex is cracked bracket loose (8.2.2.1 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 121,269 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion underside

Fail 7 Apr 2021 121,261 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion underside

Pass 17 Aug 2020 116,622 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 107,311 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 95,823 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2018 95,822 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 83,005 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 83,005 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 68,009 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 53,257 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 37,630 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 37,630 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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AD11 BXU is a 2011 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AD11 BXU, 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 AD11 BXU registered?

AD11 BXU is a 2011 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 10 August 2011.

Is AD11 BXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD11 BXU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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