MOT Status
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198,351 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Brake disc worn, but not excessively All 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Both inner beads (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Phone holder air fresheners (3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Track control arm joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
Brake disc worn, but not excessively All 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Front corner accident damaged affecting headlamp aim
Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Both inner beads (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
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GK61 BWZ is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 GK61 BWZ, 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.
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What year was GK61 BWZ registered?
GK61 BWZ is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 19 October 2011.
Is GK61 BWZ safe to buy?
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