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AK61 DTV

2011 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

169,560 mi
Last recorded169,560 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 3 Series86,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 DTV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2022 169,560 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 161,074 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear undercarriage rusty

Pass 12 Dec 2020 153,996 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 137,301 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 121,598 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 105,556 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 92,393 miles

Under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 78,759 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

smoke test too clean to read.

Pass 28 Aug 2014 59,256 miles

smoke test too clean to read.

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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AK61 DTV is a 2011 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AK61 DTV, 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 AK61 DTV registered?

AK61 DTV is a 2011 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 23 September 2011.

Is AK61 DTV safe to buy?

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