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MK61 ZYL

2011 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

161,017 mi
Last recorded161,017 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 3 Series86,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK61 ZYL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 161,017 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 153,423 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both sides front (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 151,939 miles

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 148,372 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 144,164 miles

Nearside 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))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 134,842 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 119,779 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 119,779 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2016 115,047 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 93,834 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted

small chips in windscreen

undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2014 69,931 miles

NSR tyre on 2mm

OSF tyre worn on edges

OSR tyre on 3mm

Fail 17 Oct 2014 69,931 miles

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

NSR tyre on 2mm

OSF tyre worn on edges

OSR tyre on 3mm

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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MK61 ZYL is a 2011 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 86,482 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK61 ZYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MK61 ZYL registered?

MK61 ZYL is a 2011 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 10 November 2011.

Is MK61 ZYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK61 ZYL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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