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AK11 XME

2011 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

134,616 mi
Last recorded134,616 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 3 Series86,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK11 XME
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 134,616 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2024 134,385 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect incorrectly fitted bulb (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 121,561 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning inner lamp not working (LED) (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 114,806 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 114,806 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 106,167 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2020 104,139 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2020 104,139 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 94,936 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge lowest point on tread is 2.5mm the legal limit is 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 81,822 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 70,949 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 61,593 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 50,436 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 33,907 miles

f.a.s not detected on smoke meter

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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AK11 XME is a 2011 BMW 3 Series in Blue 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 AK11 XME, 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 AK11 XME registered?

AK11 XME is a 2011 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 18 April 2011.

Is AK11 XME safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK11 XME shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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