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MT61 GCU

2011 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

117,571 mi
Last recorded117,571 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 7 Series81,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT61 GCU
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 117,571 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 113,502 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 103,488 miles

Coolant level low

Offside Rear Inner CV joint seal slightly leaking

Fail 1 Dec 2023 103,340 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Both (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Coolant level low

Offside Rear Inner CV joint seal slightly leaking

Pass 6 Dec 2022 96,102 miles

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 91,794 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 91,718 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 86,516 miles

Rear rear subframe differential bush split/movement,advise change

Pass 4 Jun 2019 74,467 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 63,704 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 63,474 miles

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

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

engine oil leak

Pass 30 Nov 2016 56,063 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 41,609 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 37,424 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 23,947 miles

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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MT61 GCU is a 2011 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MT61 GCU, 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 MT61 GCU registered?

MT61 GCU is a 2011 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 9 December 2011.

Is MT61 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT61 GCU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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