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AJ11 MWG

2011 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

153,499 mi
Last recorded153,499 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 3 Series86,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ11 MWG
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 153,499 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Feb 2026 153,499 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 146,106 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 141,941 miles

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

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))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 135,346 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 130,377 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 130,315 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 130,315 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 127,694 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 120,069 miles

Front Registration plate damaged

Offside Front Tyre wearing close on inner and outer edges

Fail 23 Oct 2017 120,061 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Registration plate damaged

Offside Front Tyre wearing close on inner and outer edges

Pass 1 Nov 2016 105,911 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 88,439 miles

Offside Rear tyre has a worn inner edge

child seat fitted nearside rear

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 2 Jun 2014 71,182 miles

cut in nsf tyre sidewall

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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AJ11 MWG is a 2011 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AJ11 MWG, 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 AJ11 MWG registered?

AJ11 MWG is a 2011 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 10 June 2011.

Is AJ11 MWG safe to buy?

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