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FG61 KGP

2011 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

144,966 mi
Last recorded144,966 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG61 KGP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2023 144,966 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2023 144,966 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 123,256 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Dec 2022 123,256 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 108,944 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 161,954 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 141,911 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 136,275 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 75,620 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front bumper slightly damaged

Nearside Front tyre inner-wall deteriorating

Offside Rear door slightly damaged

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Rear bumper slightly damaged

Pass 25 Nov 2015 53,357 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 50,142 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 50,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 31,549 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 61,541 miles

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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FG61 KGP is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG61 KGP, 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 FG61 KGP registered?

FG61 KGP is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 October 2011.

Is FG61 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG61 KGP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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