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AJ11 TVV

2011 BMW 3 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

126,133 mi
Last recorded126,133 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 3 Series86,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ11 TVV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 126,133 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 122,146 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 117,433 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 116,311 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 103,560 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 87,373 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 80,183 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 76,153 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2019 76,152 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

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 13 Jul 2018 65,648 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 54,963 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 54,963 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 44,134 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 44,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 33,741 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 22,429 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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AJ11 TVV is a 2011 BMW 3 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AJ11 TVV, 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 AJ11 TVV registered?

AJ11 TVV is a 2011 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 June 2011.

Is AJ11 TVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ11 TVV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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