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HV61 UMR

2011 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

87,375 mi
Last recorded87,375 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV61 UMR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 87,375 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 82,924 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 76,824 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber bump stop deteriorated

Under trays fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2022 73,744 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber bump stop deteriorated

Under trays fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2021 65,919 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 60,730 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 57,012 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 50,339 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 41,356 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 32,150 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 23,661 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 22,871 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 18,048 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 18,023 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre worn smooth inner edge

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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HV61 UMR is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HV61 UMR, 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 HV61 UMR registered?

HV61 UMR is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is HV61 UMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV61 UMR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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