2011 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · YC61 UTL
2011 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 22 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 159,952 miles. MOT expired on 19 Aug 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,952 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.
YC61 UTL Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 09/08/2025
- 159,952 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YC61 UTL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 BMW 3 Series (YC61 UTL) between August 2014 and August 2025.
The record contains 12 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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.
YC61 UTL Mileage History
- 06/08/201487,638 mi
- 25/07/2015104,709 mi+17,071 mi
- 09/07/2016108,707 mi+3,998 mi
- 22/07/2017112,843 mi+4,136 mi
- 28/07/2018116,658 mi+3,815 mi
- 20/07/2019120,481 mi+3,823 mi
- 21/08/2020124,314 mi+3,833 mi
- 21/08/2020124,314 mi
- 12/08/2021129,397 mi+5,083 mi
- 11/08/2022135,883 mi+6,486 mi
- 18/08/2023144,389 mi+8,506 mi
- 31/07/2024151,604 mi+7,215 mi
- 09/08/2025159,952 mi+8,348 mi
Average of roughly 6,569 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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