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OY61 GXK

2011 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

51,331 mi
Last recorded51,331 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW R Series21,249 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY61 GXK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 51,331 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 47,094 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 3,800 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 3,800 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2023 38,004 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 37,873 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 35,995 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 35,995 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 35,043 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 33,071 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 29,364 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 27,068 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 31 Oct 2017 27,068 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 23,744 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 20,108 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2014 14,200 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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OY61 GXK is a 2011 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.1% with a typical mileage of 21,249 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OY61 GXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 15 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OY61 GXK registered?

OY61 GXK is a 2011 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 November 2011.

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