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OV61 HVW

2011 BMW G Series

White Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,537 mi
Last recorded30,537 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW G Series13,479 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV61 HVW
MakeBMW
ModelG Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 30,537 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2024 30,519 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 29,814 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 29,309 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 29,237 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 29,224 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 29,093 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2019 29,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 26,970 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 25,198 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted REAR DISC WARPED (3.1.5)

Fail 4 Feb 2017 24,956 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively tight CAN'T CHECK BEARINGS BECAUSE OF BRAKE BINDING (2.3.5b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted REAR DISC WARPED (3.1.5)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive CUSH DRIVE RUBBERS COMPLETLY WORN OUT (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 22,143 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive CUSH DRIVE RUBBERS WORN (6.2.1e)

Fail 27 Feb 2016 22,143 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive CUSH DRIVE RUBBERS WORN (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 15,246 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 15,246 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the BMW G Series?

Based on 9,521 MOT tests across 1,081 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,081
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 18
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OV61 HVW is a 2011 BMW G Series in White with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW G Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 13,479 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 G Series fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV61 HVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW G Series typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 15 years old, this BMW G Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OV61 HVW registered?

OV61 HVW is a 2011 BMW G Series, first registered on 12 November 2011.

Is OV61 HVW safe to buy?

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