2011 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · KN11 KZB
2011 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15 Apr 2011. Recorded mileage 150,601 miles. MOT valid until 17 May 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 150,601 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
KN11 KZB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2026
- 150,601 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KN11 KZB MOT History
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 (KN11 KZB) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative damaged (4.1.6 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative leaking (4.1.6 (a) (ii))”; “Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Registration plate (6.2.1 (a) (i))”.
KN11 KZB Mileage History
- 07/05/2024141,842 mi
- 07/05/2024141,851 mi+9 mi
- 10/05/2025146,616 mi+4,765 mi
- 12/05/2026150,497 mi+3,881 mi
- 15/05/2026150,601 mi+104 mi
Average of roughly 4,334 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for BMW 3 Series (E90/E91/E92/E93)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (KN11 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as KN11KZB.
BMW
530
FIAT
PUNTO
FIAT
500
FIAT
500
FIAT
500
FIAT
500
FIAT
500
FIAT
500
FIAT
PANDA
ALFA ROMEO
MITO
ALFA ROMEO
MITO
MERCEDES-BENZ
B-CLASS
BMW 3 SERIES Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2011 model year cars.
- N47 Timing Chain FailureSerious
The rear-mounted N47 chain can stretch and snap, taking out the engine. Early units suffered from sharp crankshaft sprocket teeth (Recall 14V054). It is the key risk on mainstream 318d and 320d cars built in the late-2000s.
- Electric Water Pump FailureSerious
Petrol six-cylinders use an electric water pump that can fail with little warning, pushing the car into limp mode or overheating within minutes.
- FRM (Footwell Module) FailureModerate
Low voltage, jump starts, and age can corrupt the footwell module, leaving the car with lighting and window faults that can cause an MOT failure.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.