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2011 BMW 123 2.0L Diesel · MW11 AAK

MW11 AAK

2011 BMW 123 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28 Jun 2011. Recorded mileage 97,724 miles. MOT expired on 12 Sept 2023. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 123
Year / Origin
2011 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 12 Sept 2023
Road Tax
Untaxed (01 Jul 2024)
Recorded Mileage
97,724 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
Expired
Expired on 12 Sept 2023
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 01 Jul 2024
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2011
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable mechanical history with no recorded defects across its most recent successful tests. The last recorded pass occurred on 14 September 2022 at 97,724 miles, where the tester found no faults or advisories. This suggests the car was in a roadworthy condition at that time, though the absence of any MOT data between September 2022 and July 2026 indicates the vehicle has likely been off the road or untested for nearly four years. The mileage pattern is consistent with the age of a 2011 model, averaging roughly 6,515 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage between November 2020 and November 2021, where the odometer rose from 79,142 to 91,834 miles. Following the final test in September 2022, the mileage remained static at 97,724, confirming a prolonged period of inactivity. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension components. Vehicles that stand idle for several years often suffer from binding calipers, perished rubber suspension bushes, and flat-spotted tyres. The record shows a strange cluster of failures and passes on 4 November 2020 and 16 October 2020 at 79,137 miles, yet no specific defects were listed. This suggests administrative errors or minor issues that were rectified instantly. Given the four-year gap since the last official inspection, the current mechanical state is unknown. Particular attention should be paid to fluid degradation, battery health, and potential corrosion on the underbody or brake discs. While the historical data is clean, the lack of recent testing means the car cannot be deemed roadworthy without a fresh inspection of all safety-critical components.
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MW11 AAK Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/09/2022
  • 97,724 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

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

MW11 AAK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Oct 2026, 23:58
MOT Analysis

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2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 BMW 123 (MW11 AAK) between November 2021 and September 2022.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 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.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

MW11 AAK Mileage History

  1. 09/11/202191,834 mi
  2. 14/09/202297,724 mi+5,890 mi

Average of roughly 6,960 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
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Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Outstanding recall notice
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