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EK61 LCZ

2011 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

21,585 mi
Last recorded21,585 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW F Series16,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK61 LCZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 21,585 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 20,894 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 20,533 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 20,397 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2022 20,397 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 19,920 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 18,789 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 12,671 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 11,429 miles

Drive belt sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive Slight movement in Cush drive. (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 9,340 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 8,173 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 6,656 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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EK61 LCZ is a 2011 BMW F Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 16,270 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK61 LCZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 15 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK61 LCZ registered?

EK61 LCZ is a 2011 BMW F Series, first registered on 15 December 2011.

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