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SP11 VSX

2011 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

57,639 mi
Last recorded57,639 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW K Series20,786 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP11 VSX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 57,639 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 2 Mar 2026 57,585 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central leak from joint in manifold (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Final drive has slight play in bottom pivots, monitor and replace if necessary

Pass 10 Mar 2025 45,285 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 39,808 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 35,411 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 32,442 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 31,286 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 30,829 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 28,196 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 24,642 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 May 2017 23,486 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 20,020 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 15,299 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 9,579 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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SP11 VSX is a 2011 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.2% with a typical mileage of 20,786 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP11 VSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 15 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SP11 VSX registered?

SP11 VSX is a 2011 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 March 2011.

Is SP11 VSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP11 VSX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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