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HJ11 ZHL

2011 BMW 135

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

61,621 mi
Last recorded61,621 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 13539,868 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ11 ZHL
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 61,621 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 60,139 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 59,078 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 59,078 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 57,480 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 55,480 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 53,324 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 49,262 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2019 49,251 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 41,900 miles

Damage to n/s/f tyre outer side wall.

Fail 25 Oct 2018 41,900 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Damage to n/s/f tyre outer side wall.

Pass 24 Oct 2017 36,989 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine cover / undertray

Fail 24 Oct 2017 36,989 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

engine cover / undertray

Pass 31 Oct 2016 31,720 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 26,388 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 18,414 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 18,414 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

How Reliable is the BMW 135?

Based on 20,607 MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,654
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 327
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 231
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 60
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HJ11 ZHL is a 2011 BMW 135 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2011 BMW 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 39,868 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 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ11 ZHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 135 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJ11 ZHL registered?

HJ11 ZHL is a 2011 BMW 135, first registered on 23 March 2011.

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