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PBZ 78

2011 BMW Unknown

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,452 mi
Last recorded58,452 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW Unknown58,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBZ 78
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 58,452 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2026 58,263 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

under trays fitted to vehicle

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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PBZ 78 is a 2011 BMW Unknown in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2011 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 58,263 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 Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PBZ 78, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 15 years old, this BMW Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PBZ 78?

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What year was PBZ 78 registered?

PBZ 78 is a 2011 BMW Unknown, first registered on 31 December 2011.

Is PBZ 78 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBZ 78 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PBZ 78 have outstanding finance?

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