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LY11 ARO

2011 BMW 135

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

75,514 mi
Last recorded75,514 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 13539,868 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY11 ARO
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2025 75,514 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2025 74,174 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 72,508 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 68,346 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 66,176 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2021 60,847 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 55,020 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 45,149 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 45,144 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 35,070 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 27,550 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 21,110 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 17,795 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 16,771 miles

front tyres worn and beginning to crack

Pass 20 Jun 2014 11,172 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 6,129 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 135?

Based on 20,607 MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,654
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 327
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 231
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 60
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LY11 ARO is a 2011 BMW 135 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2011 BMW 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 39,868 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY11 ARO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 135 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY11 ARO registered?

LY11 ARO is a 2011 BMW 135, first registered on 28 June 2011.

Is LY11 ARO safe to buy?

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