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AK61 EVG

2011 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,891 mi
Last recorded98,891 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 3 Series86,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 EVG
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 98,891 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2025 96,984 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 96,984 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2024 96,092 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 94,792 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 91,752 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 91,752 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2020 78,416 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 76,879 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 75,845 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 74,369 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 72,097 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 68,951 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 52,588 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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AK61 EVG is a 2011 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EVG, 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

How do I check the history of AK61 EVG?

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What year was AK61 EVG registered?

AK61 EVG is a 2011 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 5 October 2011.

Is AK61 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 EVG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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