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FE61 VVK

2011 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,099 mi
Last recorded141,099 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE61 VVK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2019 141,099 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 122,781 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 105,277 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 85,744 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 63,174 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 40,746 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 10,727 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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FE61 VVK is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2011 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 97,028 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE61 VVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE61 VVK registered?

FE61 VVK is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 13 September 2011.

Is FE61 VVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE61 VVK shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE61 VVK have outstanding finance?

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