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AJ60 LWD

2011 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

157,757 mi
Last recorded157,757 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 3 Series86,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ60 LWD
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 157,757 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 8 Jul 2026 157,754 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 155,793 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Nov 2024 155,793 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s/r and o/s/r 225/45r17 94 y xl (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction diagnostic (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam h7 halogen bulb fitted (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 150,646 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive misting of oil to n/s/r and o/s/r diff seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive cam cover area ? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2023 150,644 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad worn below limit and pad has de-bonded from its backing and sitting loose (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive misting of oil to n/s/r and o/s/r diff seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive cam cover area ? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 144,590 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to the limit and inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Nov 2022 144,490 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment no reserve travel on park brake lever (1.1.15 (f))

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to the limit and inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 139,689 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 8 Nov 2021 139,689 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working pipe away from washer jet (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 136,972 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 132,185 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Nov 2018 123,530 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Fail 23 Nov 2018 123,530 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 112,592 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 100,307 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 88,659 miles

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

Nearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Fail 25 Nov 2015 88,659 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 18 Nov 2014 77,557 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 64,439 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wiper rubbers noisey but still clearing screen

Fail 31 Jan 2014 64,439 miles

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

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wiper rubbers noisey but still clearing screen

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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AJ60 LWD is a 2011 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 AJ60 LWD, 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 AJ60 LWD registered?

AJ60 LWD is a 2011 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 February 2011.

Is AJ60 LWD safe to buy?

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