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GF61 XSM

2011 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,047 mi
Last recorded142,047 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW M347,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 XSM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 142,047 miles

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 30 Nov 2024 135,925 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2024 135,863 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 130,753 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 127,503 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 127,498 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 123,455 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 123,455 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 118,153 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive top of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 118,151 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive top of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 110,718 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 103,623 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 103,612 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2017 97,946 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 97,946 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid refilled (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 81,749 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 65,586 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 49,823 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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GF61 XSM is a 2011 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 47,952 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 M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF61 XSM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 15 years old, this BMW M3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GF61 XSM registered?

GF61 XSM is a 2011 BMW M3, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is GF61 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF61 XSM shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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