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ML61 VJV

2011 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

189,588 mi
Last recorded189,588 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 3 Series86,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML61 VJV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2024 189,588 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 182,537 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nsf & osf (5.3.2 (d))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nsr & osr(inner wall) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nsr & osr(inner) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 177,842 miles

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

undertray fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2021 170,662 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2021 170,662 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 162,628 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 156,479 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 156,479 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 151,787 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 150,679 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 126,490 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 108,416 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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ML61 VJV is a 2011 BMW 3 Series in Grey 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 ML61 VJV, 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 ML61 VJV registered?

ML61 VJV is a 2011 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 October 2011.

Is ML61 VJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML61 VJV 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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