2011 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · RF11 KSV
2011 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28 Jul 2011. Recorded mileage 155,805 miles. MOT expired on 04 Apr 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 155,805 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial 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.
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.
RF11 KSV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 09/03/2025
- 155,805 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RF11 KSV 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 (RF11 KSV) between May 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 March 2025 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: Lighting (11 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues). 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: “Nearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position catch not working (3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
RF11 KSV Mileage History
- 26/05/2023127,464 mi
- 26/05/2023127,465 mi+1 mi
- 06/04/2024149,060 mi+21,595 mi
- 08/03/2025155,795 mi+6,735 mi
- 09/03/2025155,805 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 15,849 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
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