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AO61 TZZ

2011 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

55,903 mi
Last recorded55,903 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW R Series21,249 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO61 TZZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 55,903 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 54,762 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 52,794 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 51,243 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 49,083 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 47,702 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 46,720 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 42,522 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front and rear (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2017 36,812 miles

Front Brake pad retaining springs and clips installed incorrectly

Front Tyre has a slight perishing in the sidewall caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre has a slight perishing in the sidewall caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

Fail 16 May 2017 36,812 miles

Front Brake pad retaining springs and clips installed incorrectly

Front Tyre has a slight perishing in the sidewall caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

Headlamp aim too low Bulb incorrectly installed (Dipped) (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre has a slight perishing in the sidewall caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

Pass 19 Nov 2015 13,817 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 7,121 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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AO61 TZZ is a 2011 BMW R Series in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.1% with a typical mileage of 21,249 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO61 TZZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 15 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AO61 TZZ registered?

AO61 TZZ is a 2011 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 December 2011.

Is AO61 TZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO61 TZZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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