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DG61 UEK

2011 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,704 mi
Last recorded27,704 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW K Series20,786 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG61 UEK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 27,704 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 26,765 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort more than slight but not yet excessive (1.2.1 (e))

screw missing from front mudguard - n/s lower

service light on

Fail 17 Mar 2023 26,765 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort more than slight but not yet excessive (1.2.1 (e))

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

screw missing from front mudguard - n/s lower

service light on

Pass 15 Sep 2021 26,560 miles

Front banjos at calipers painted over

broken bolt front mudguard - n/s lower

Pass 15 Sep 2020 25,978 miles

both front brake banjos at calipers have been painted over rust

missing screw from front mudguard - looks to have snapped

Pass 18 May 2019 24,935 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 24,452 miles

Front Upper Steering linkage has slight free play ball joint (2.2.2)

Front tyre has uneven wear

Rear tyre has uneven wear

Pass 8 Sep 2016 21,268 miles

Front Steering linkage has slight free play ball joint (2.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Sep 2015 14,718 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front slight play in front suspension bush

Pass 30 Aug 2014 6,153 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 6,141 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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DG61 UEK is a 2011 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2011 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.2% with a typical mileage of 20,786 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG61 UEK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 15 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DG61 UEK registered?

DG61 UEK is a 2011 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 September 2011.

Is DG61 UEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG61 UEK 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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