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FE11 FWC

2011 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,729 mi
Last recorded29,729 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW K Series20,786 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE11 FWC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 29,729 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 28,972 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 28,949 miles

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim front wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 28,516 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2022 28,514 miles

Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 27,912 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 26,919 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 26,566 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 25,434 miles

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

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively Top and bottom (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2018 25,434 miles

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

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively Top and bottom (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 19,604 miles

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

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 16,107 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 13,938 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 11,524 miles

Front suspension ball joints have slight play

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

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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FE11 FWC is a 2011 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FE11 FWC, 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 FE11 FWC registered?

FE11 FWC is a 2011 BMW K Series, first registered on 5 July 2011.

Is FE11 FWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE11 FWC 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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