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2011 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · GY61 CLO

GY61 CLO

2011 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/11/2011. Recorded mileage 104,772 miles. MOT valid until 12/04/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2011 · Canterbury
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 12/04/2027
Road Tax
Untaxed (21/05/2026)
Recorded Mileage
104,772 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 12/04/2027
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 21/05/2026
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 currently presents a clean roadworthiness status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test conducted in April 2026 at 104,772 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that previous issues identified in earlier years have been addressed. This transition from minor advisories to a clean pass suggests the current ownership is proactive in rectifying faults once they are flagged by the tester. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per annum. The data shows a steady progression over the last four years, though there is notable drop in usage between October 2023 and October 2024, where the car covered only 788 miles in a year. However, usage increased significantly between October 2024 and April 2026, with 7,575 miles recorded in those eighteen months. This recent activity suggests the vehicle is currently being used regularly rather than being left to sit for long periods. A buyer should perform a physical inspection of the areas highlighted in the October 2024 test. The tester flagged a frayed nearside front seat belt and a worn offside rear tyre, which indicate a lapse in basic consumable maintenance at that time. While these were resolved, the buyer should still check the remaining tread depth on all tyres and ensure the seat belt mechanism is structurally sound. Given the age and mileage of this BMW, a thorough check of the chassis for corrosion and an inspection of the suspension bushings are also essential, as these components have not yet been flagged in the recent history.

GY61 CLO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/04/2026
  • 104,772 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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✗ Outstanding recall notice
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GY61 CLO Mileage History

  1. 11/10/202295,105 mi
  2. 16/10/202396,409 mi+1,304 mi
  3. 11/10/202497,197 mi+788 mi
  4. 12/04/202597,781 mi+584 mi
  5. 14/04/2026104,772 mi+6,991 mi

Average of roughly 2,756 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

GY61 CLO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 22 Jun 2026, 07:49
MOT Analysis

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

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 BMW 3 Series (GY61 CLO) between October 2022 and April 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY