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AV61 HWD

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

111,296 mi
Last recorded111,296 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 HWD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 111,296 miles

brake pad warning light on dash

Offside Front brake flexy hose bracket bent and flexy possible rubbing requires further investgation

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 29 Nov 2024 111,265 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front brake flexy hose bracket bent and flexy possible rubbing requires further investgation

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

brake pad warning light on dash

Pass 1 Dec 2023 101,008 miles

Nearside headlight aim just met its limit

Nearside headlight has condensation in the cluster

Pass 18 Nov 2022 90,583 miles

red warning light indicating that breaks need repair or adjustment

Pass 9 Dec 2021 82,029 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover has dropped down

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Nov 2020 75,614 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Handbrake outer casing split allowing water ingress (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 69,277 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 60,043 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 51,603 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 43,827 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 40,530 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 28,259 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 18,092 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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AV61 HWD is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AV61 HWD, 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.

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What year was AV61 HWD registered?

AV61 HWD is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is AV61 HWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV61 HWD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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