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2011 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · BJ61 AEF

BJ61 AEF

2011 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 101,704 miles. MOT expired on 29 Jun 2023.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2011 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 29 Jun 2023
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
101,704 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 29 Jun 2023
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2011
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle appears to be in a stable condition based on the most recent MOT record. The June 2022 test at 101,704 miles returned a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates that at the time of the last inspection, the vehicle met the minimum legal requirements for roadworthiness without any immediate mechanical or structural concerns flagged by the tester. The mileage profile shows a consistent pattern of usage for a 15-year-old vehicle. Averaging approximately 6,780 miles per year is typical for a private commuter car and suggests the vehicle has not been subject to excessive high-speed motorway running or, conversely, long periods of stationary neglect. However, the absence of MOT data between 2022 and the current date of July 2026 represents a significant gap in the documented maintenance history. A prospective buyer must address this four-year data void immediately. While the 2022 record was clean, the lack of recent testing makes it impossible to verify the current state of consumable components. You should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension system, specifically looking for perished rubber bushes and worn coil springs, which often fail on older BMW chassis. Check the underside for signs of progressive corrosion on the exhaust system and structural subframes. Given the age and mileage, you should also inspect the brake discs for heavy pitting and check the calipers for binding. Since the last recorded mileage was 101,704 miles, a professional inspection of the drivetrain and various fluid levels is necessary to ensure the vehicle has been maintained during the period missing from the official DVSA record.

BJ61 AEF Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/06/2022
  • 101,704 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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BJ61 AEF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

1 MOT test are recorded for this 2011 BMW 3 Series (BJ61 AEF) between June 2022 and June 2022.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.

PASS
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ADVISORY