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VE60 PCU

2011 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,818 mi
Last recorded59,818 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW M347,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE60 PCU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 59,818 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 54,918 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 52,991 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 52,484 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 52,484 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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VE60 PCU is a 2011 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 47,952 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 M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE60 PCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 15 years old, this BMW M3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VE60 PCU?

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What year was VE60 PCU registered?

VE60 PCU is a 2011 BMW M3, first registered on 21 January 2011.

Is VE60 PCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE60 PCU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE60 PCU have outstanding finance?

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