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HV61 ETZ

2011 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,078 mi
Last recorded33,078 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW R Series21,249 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV61 ETZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 33,078 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 30,953 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 29,792 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 28,934 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 27,785 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 26,672 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 25,561 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 23,573 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 21,751 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 19,746 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 17,133 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 12,915 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Sep 2014 12,915 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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HV61 ETZ is a 2011 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HV61 ETZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV61 ETZ registered?

HV61 ETZ is a 2011 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 September 2011.

Is HV61 ETZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV61 ETZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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