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AK61 VWO

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

87,496 mi
Last recorded87,496 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 VWO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2024 87,496 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2024 87,496 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 79,612 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 74,148 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 63,480 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 61,533 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 55,371 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall damage

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 49,893 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front tyre devoid of tread on outer edge

Pass 22 May 2017 42,553 miles

Front tyres excess wear on edges

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 May 2016 35,001 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 34,375 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 24,901 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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AK61 VWO is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 68,378 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK61 VWO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK61 VWO registered?

AK61 VWO is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 November 2011.

Is AK61 VWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 VWO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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