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B3 RKM

2011 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

90,645 mi
Last recorded90,645 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 12371,881 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 RKM
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 90,645 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 86,374 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 May 2025 86,374 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 May 2024 82,001 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 78,013 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 73,192 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 66,364 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))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 62,313 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 57,008 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 50,001 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 11 Sep 2017 40,702 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 34,375 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 25,205 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 18,584 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 15,817 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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B3 RKM is a 2011 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 71,881 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B3 RKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 123 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B3 RKM registered?

B3 RKM is a 2011 BMW 123, first registered on 28 April 2011.

Is B3 RKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 RKM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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