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LG61 VJE

2011 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

37,166 mi
Last recorded37,166 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW K Series20,786 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG61 VJE
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 37,166 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 37,111 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 36,990 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear corrosion on shock spring

Pass 11 Jul 2023 36,742 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Shock spring rusting

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 36,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 36,280 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 35,539 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 36,752 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 32,803 miles

Front Outer Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Front wheel rim ; Slight flat spot to the rim , RH side. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Slight oil leak from RH engine cover.

Pass 26 Jul 2017 30,981 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 30,980 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 28,511 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 26,055 miles

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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LG61 VJE is a 2011 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LG61 VJE, 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 LG61 VJE registered?

LG61 VJE is a 2011 BMW K Series, first registered on 21 December 2011.

Is LG61 VJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG61 VJE 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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