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GY61 MKM

2011 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,109 mi
Last recorded148,109 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 MKM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2017 148,109 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 129,577 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 116,125 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 99,401 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 79,311 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 79,214 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 64,244 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 64,244 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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GY61 MKM is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GY61 MKM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY61 MKM registered?

GY61 MKM is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 4 November 2011.

Is GY61 MKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY61 MKM shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY61 MKM have outstanding finance?

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