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2011 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Petrol · KY11 YXM

KY11 YXM

2011 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, petrol). First registered 10 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 141,387 miles. MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2011 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 14 Feb 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
141,387 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 14 Feb 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2011
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean MOT pass on 11 February 2026 at 141,387 miles. The maintenance trend appears remarkably stable, as the car has consistently met requirements without recorded defects in recent annual tests. The failure on 10 February 2026, just one day prior to the pass, suggests a minor or easily rectified issue that was addressed immediately rather than a pattern of systemic mechanical decline. The mileage profile is consistent with typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,400 miles per year. Between February 2024 and February 2025, the car covered 5,903 miles, while it added another 3,221 miles in the year leading up to the most recent 2026 tests. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle is used regularly rather than suffering long periods of standing, which generally benefits engine seals and prevents components from seizing due torelated corrosion. While the record shows a lack of recurring advisories, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of common high-mileage BMW wear points. At 141,000 miles, the front control arm bushings and rear subframe mounts often show signs of tearing or cracking. The buyer should also check for oil leaks around the valve cover and inspect the brake lines for perished rubber, as the MOT does not detect slow fluid leaks. Given the clean history, the vehicle shows signs of being well-maintained, but the structural integrity of the rubber components remains the primary concern at this mileage.
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KY11 YXM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/02/2026
  • 141,387 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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KY11 YXM 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.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 BMW 3 Series (KY11 YXM) between February 2024 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 11 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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ADVISORY

KY11 YXM Mileage History

  1. 07/02/2024132,250 mi
  2. 07/02/2024132,259 mi+9 mi
  3. 10/02/2025138,166 mi+5,907 mi
  4. 10/02/2026141,379 mi+3,213 mi
  5. 11/02/2026141,387 mi+8 mi

Average of roughly 4,541 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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