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OY61 VWS

2011 BMW F Series

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

19,801 mi
Last recorded19,801 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW F Series16,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY61 VWS
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 19,801 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2026 19,801 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 18,956 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 17,982 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 17,509 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2020 17,509 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 14,767 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 13,135 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 13,135 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 12,122 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 7,558 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 3,420 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 1,199 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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OY61 VWS is a 2011 BMW F Series in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2011 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 16,270 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OY61 VWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 15 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OY61 VWS?

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What year was OY61 VWS registered?

OY61 VWS is a 2011 BMW F Series, first registered on 23 September 2011.

Is OY61 VWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY61 VWS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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