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FL11 VLU

2011 BMW 3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2024
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,720 mi
Last recorded112,720 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 363,881 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL11 VLU
MakeBMW
Model3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2023 112,720 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 103,452 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 95,078 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 90,386 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 80,600 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 70,234 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 63,378 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 53,647 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 45,343 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2014 38,529 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 3?

Based on 4,306 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,926
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 120
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Brake pipe excessively corroded 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 67
parking brake recording little or no effort 63
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FL11 VLU is a 2011 BMW 3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2011 BMW 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 63,881 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FL11 VLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FL11 VLU?

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What year was FL11 VLU registered?

FL11 VLU is a 2011 BMW 3, first registered on 28 March 2011.

Is FL11 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL11 VLU shows 10 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 FL11 VLU have outstanding finance?

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