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2011 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · LD11 PYJ

LD11 PYJ

2011 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 2011. Recorded mileage 154,871 miles. MOT expired on 14 Apr 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2011 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 14 Apr 2025
Road Tax
Untaxed (22 Jul 2024)
Recorded Mileage
154,871 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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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
Expired
Expired on 14 Apr 2025
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 22 Jul 2024
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2011
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The most recent MOT for this 2011 BMW 3 Series was recorded in April 2024, meaning the vehicle has been without a valid test for over two years. At 154,871 miles, the car has covered roughly 10,300 miles per year, which is entirely typical for its age. This average usage suggests standard wear and tear on consumables, suspension, and drivetrain components, rather than extreme hard use or long periods of standing. The MOT history reveals a recurring pattern of suspension and visibility issues. In early 2022, the vehicle failed due to a serious fluid leak in the nearside front shock absorber and a significantly obstructed windscreen. By 2023, it failed again on nearside headlamp aim, though the windscreen issue was downgraded to minor damage that did not adversely affect the driver's view. The most recent test in 2024 resulted in a pass, but flagged corrosion on both the nearside and offside rear coil springs. This indicates a gradually worsening trend regarding the suspension components. The vehicle has moved from a front shock absorber failure to rear spring corrosion. Corroded coil springs are a known safety risk on older vehicles, as they can snap without warning under load.
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LD11 PYJ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/04/2024
  • 154,871 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT

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

LD11 PYJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 21:05
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 (LD11 PYJ) between March 2022 and April 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 16 April 2024 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: Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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ADVISORY

LD11 PYJ Mileage History

  1. 04/03/2022138,461 mi
  2. 07/03/2022138,461 mi
  3. 09/03/2023150,317 mi+11,856 mi
  4. 09/03/2023150,317 mi
  5. 16/04/2024154,871 mi+4,554 mi

Average of roughly 7,745 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
40
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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