2011 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · S28 DCA
2011 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 22 Jul 2011. Recorded mileage 93,658 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,658 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.
S28 DCA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 14/07/2026
- 93,658 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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S28 DCA Mileage History
- 14/07/202282,252 mi
- 30/06/202385,530 mi+3,278 mi
- 11/07/202488,138 mi+2,608 mi
- 07/07/202591,088 mi+2,950 mi
- 14/07/202693,658 mi+2,570 mi
Average of roughly 2,852 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
S28 DCA 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 (S28 DCA) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
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