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AF61 HCG

2011 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

206,511 mi
Last recorded206,511 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 3 Series86,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 HCG
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 206,511 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 206,511 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 200,583 miles

Towbar component slightly damaged ball (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 193,677 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 198,072 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 187,294 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 187,294 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 180,284 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 164,388 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 152,038 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 134,060 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 121,052 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AF61 HCG is a 2011 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AF61 HCG, 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

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What year was AF61 HCG registered?

AF61 HCG is a 2011 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 6 September 2011.

Is AF61 HCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 HCG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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