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FP61 YVJ

2011 BMW 7 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

152,891 mi
Last recorded152,891 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 7 Series81,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP61 YVJ
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 152,891 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2025 150,703 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 149,004 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 147,638 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 134,566 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 125,640 miles

Offside Front 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 16 Jan 2021 125,640 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front 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 18 Jan 2020 119,167 miles

Offside Front Lower Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under Trays Fitted Obscuring View Of Some Underside Components

Pass 18 Jan 2019 109,442 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 98,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2017 85,124 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 67,370 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 51,008 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 31,176 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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FP61 YVJ is a 2011 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 81,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP61 YVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FP61 YVJ?

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What year was FP61 YVJ registered?

FP61 YVJ is a 2011 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 22 December 2011.

Is FP61 YVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP61 YVJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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