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OE61 YVG

2011 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

61,641 mi
Last recorded61,641 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW M347,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE61 YVG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 61,641 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2025 61,574 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 58,087 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 55,577 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres worn on the inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jan 2024 55,577 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres worn on the inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 53,429 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 53,429 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 48,501 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 45,557 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 44,482 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2020 44,482 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 40,864 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 40,864 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 36,327 miles

engine covers fitted

under body covers fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2017 35,486 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 22,005 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 21,001 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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OE61 YVG is a 2011 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 47,952 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OE61 YVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 15 years old, this BMW M3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OE61 YVG?

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What year was OE61 YVG registered?

OE61 YVG is a 2011 BMW M3, first registered on 21 September 2011.

Is OE61 YVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE61 YVG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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