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MA61 VZJ

2011 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

172,046 mi
Last recorded172,046 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 7 Series81,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA61 VZJ
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 172,046 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2024 165,552 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2023 158,495 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view bottom corner (3.2 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f o/s/f (5.2.3 (e))

under tray fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2022 152,023 miles

Under tray fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2021 141,247 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 131,912 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 120,489 miles

Central Rear Differential mounting bush worn.

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 107,471 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 106,861 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 87,715 miles

Front brake pads wearing low.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear brake pads wearing low.

stone chips in front screen.

Pass 19 Sep 2016 68,868 miles

Front Brake Pads wearing low

Rear Brake pads thin, nearside axis has thinner pads than offside

Pass 18 Sep 2015 51,729 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 29,537 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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MA61 VZJ is a 2011 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 81,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA61 VZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MA61 VZJ registered?

MA61 VZJ is a 2011 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is MA61 VZJ safe to buy?

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