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AK61 MZE

2011 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

146,566 mi
Last recorded146,566 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 316103,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 MZE
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 146,566 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 May 2025 137,264 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2024 129,545 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2023 121,773 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2022 113,088 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 113,088 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021 104,367 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2020 97,970 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2019 91,854 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 84,495 miles

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2017 75,530 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays and sill covers fitted

Fail 29 Jun 2017 75,515 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Engine covers fitted

Under trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2016 65,386 miles

both front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2015 55,780 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 47,872 miles

both rear tyre tread low on inside edge

n/s/r tyre showing a small cut on inside edge

o/s/f tyre sidewall cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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AK61 MZE is a 2011 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 103,133 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK61 MZE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK61 MZE registered?

AK61 MZE is a 2011 BMW 316, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is AK61 MZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 MZE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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