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FG61 VKM

2011 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

225,705 mi
Last recorded225,705 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG61 VKM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 225,705 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 213,524 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 199,307 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 183,815 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 171,039 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 152,228 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2019 143,089 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 129,443 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 115,138 miles

cover and shields fitted unable to check fully

Pass 16 Nov 2016 102,091 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 87,447 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

N/s/f tyre is getting Low of tread

Rear brake pads are getting low

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection.

Fail 13 Nov 2015 87,440 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit damaged and likely to fail Suspension air bag (2.4.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear brake pads are getting low

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

N/s/f tyre is getting Low of tread

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection.

Pass 10 Nov 2014 73,006 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 VKM is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FG61 VKM, 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 VKM registered?

FG61 VKM is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 November 2011.

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The MOT history for FG61 VKM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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