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LF61 VAA

2011 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

138,973 mi
Last recorded138,973 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF61 VAA
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 138,973 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 129,666 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2023 118,289 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 109,237 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 100,773 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 95,618 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 95,618 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 88,598 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 77,713 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres have slight wear to inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 66,016 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 55,335 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder void of tread. (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Dec 2016 55,335 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder void of tread. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 43,678 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 29,894 miles

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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LF61 VAA 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 85.7%.

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 LF61 VAA, 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 LF61 VAA registered?

LF61 VAA is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 15 December 2011.

Is LF61 VAA safe to buy?

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