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GL60 BFJ

2011 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

75,971 mi
Last recorded75,971 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW R Series21,249 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL60 BFJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2022 75,971 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Bobbin Floaters Worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Bobbin Floaters Worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2022 75,940 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Decelerometer brake test brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

abs and brake failure light on

Pass 30 Jun 2021 75,866 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively floating disc bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 74,049 miles

front floating disc springs worn

Pass 2 Jul 2019 67,422 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 62,422 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 53,156 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 41,421 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 34,903 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 26,962 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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GL60 BFJ is a 2011 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GL60 BFJ, 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.

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What year was GL60 BFJ registered?

GL60 BFJ is a 2011 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 January 2011.

Is GL60 BFJ safe to buy?

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