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A10 GLP

2011 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

154,779 mi
Last recorded154,779 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 3 Series86,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 GLP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 154,779 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 140,073 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2024 128,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 May 2024 128,418 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2023 109,198 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2022 82,667 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 75,804 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 1 May 2020 72,634 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2019 68,350 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 64,373 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 59,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2055516 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit getting low (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit getting low (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2016 53,093 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 May 2016 53,093 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2015 42,488 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2014 34,039 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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A10 GLP is a 2011 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 86,482 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A10 GLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A10 GLP registered?

A10 GLP is a 2011 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 June 2011.

Is A10 GLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 GLP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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