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AK11 XVS

2011 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

138,311 mi
Last recorded138,311 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 3 Series86,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK11 XVS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2022 138,311 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 134,354 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 134,354 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 129,361 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

under tray fitted.

Pass 13 Apr 2019 121,278 miles

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

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

under trays fitted underneath.

Pass 14 Apr 2018 117,683 miles

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

under tray fitted.

Pass 25 Apr 2017 113,044 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 102,684 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 85,410 miles

front number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 16 Apr 2014 63,394 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Apr 2014 63,008 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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AK11 XVS is a 2011 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AK11 XVS, 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 XVS registered?

AK11 XVS is a 2011 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 27 April 2011.

Is AK11 XVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK11 XVS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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