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HN61 DBV

2011 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,965 mi
Last recorded32,965 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW K Series20,786 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN61 DBV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 32,965 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 29,746 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 26,691 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 24,798 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 22,169 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 21,474 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 21,474 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2019 20,302 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 19,423 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 18,187 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2017 18,167 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 15,487 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2015 13,027 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 10,477 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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HN61 DBV is a 2011 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.2% with a typical mileage of 20,786 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HN61 DBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 15 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HN61 DBV registered?

HN61 DBV is a 2011 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 November 2011.

Is HN61 DBV safe to buy?

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