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FJ61 RZW

2011 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,746 mi
Last recorded31,746 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2011 BMW R Series21,249 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ61 RZW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 31,746 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 31,670 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 27,565 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 21,231 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 15,975 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 15,975 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 11,782 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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FJ61 RZW is a 2011 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2011 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.1% with a typical mileage of 21,249 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ61 RZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 15 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJ61 RZW?

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What year was FJ61 RZW registered?

FJ61 RZW is a 2011 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 October 2011.

Is FJ61 RZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ61 RZW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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