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AF11 LRV

2011 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,608 mi
Last recorded130,608 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 3 Series86,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF11 LRV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Jan 2026 130,608 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2025 126,985 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2024 122,407 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Noisy when working but clears screen adequately (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 118,364 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 113,553 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 107,248 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 99,441 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 90,808 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 83,467 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 46,809 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 61,857 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 48,810 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 37,189 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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AF11 LRV is a 2011 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AF11 LRV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF11 LRV?

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What year was AF11 LRV registered?

AF11 LRV is a 2011 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 25 March 2011.

Is AF11 LRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF11 LRV shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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