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GV61 YHM

2011 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,998 mi
Last recorded149,998 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 7 Series81,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV61 YHM
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2025 149,998 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 143,665 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2023 136,230 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2022 129,712 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 121,648 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 112,721 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 99,371 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 92,313 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 77,875 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 63,278 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 51,232 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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GV61 YHM is a 2011 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GV61 YHM, 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

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What year was GV61 YHM registered?

GV61 YHM is a 2011 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 22 November 2011.

Is GV61 YHM safe to buy?

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