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RJ11 HSV

2011 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

54,713 mi
Last recorded54,713 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW F Series16,270 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ11 HSV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 54,713 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 54,181 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 53,657 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 50,296 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 46,667 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Dec 2021 46,667 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 41,772 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 41,772 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 36,206 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 31 Oct 2019 36,203 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 30,833 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 24,204 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

center stand is very stiff to use

Fail 28 Nov 2017 24,204 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

center stand is very stiff to use

Pass 10 Oct 2016 17,957 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 15,125 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 9,405 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 9,393 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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RJ11 HSV is a 2011 BMW F Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 RJ11 HSV, 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.

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What year was RJ11 HSV registered?

RJ11 HSV is a 2011 BMW F Series, first registered on 9 June 2011.

Is RJ11 HSV safe to buy?

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