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AV61 XFX

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

88,131 mi
Last recorded88,131 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 XFX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 88,131 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective WATER INSIDE (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded LOWER COIL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface INSIDE LAMP UNIT (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 84,820 miles

COVERS & UNDER TRAYS OBSCURING SOME ITEMS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective WATER INSIDE (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords CENTRE TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2024 84,818 miles

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

COVERS & UNDER TRAYS OBSCURING SOME ITEMS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective WATER INSIDE (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords CENTRE TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 79,544 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted covering some components

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Foremost arm inner bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Moisture within lens (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Bump stop deteriorated and dust cover insecure

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Foremost arm inner bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Bump stop deteriorated and dust cover insecure

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded Lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 73,651 miles

NSR SHOCK ABSORBER BUMP STOP DETERIORATED & COVER INSECURE

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

OSR SHOCK ABSORBER BUMP STOP DETERIORATED & COVER INSECURE

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

UNDER TRAYS OBSCURING SOME ITEMS

Pass 10 Nov 2021 68,479 miles

NSR SHOCK ABSORBER BUMP STOP DETERIORATED & COVER INSECURE

OSR SHOCK ABSORBER BUMP STOP DETERIORATED & COVER INSECURE

UNDER TRAYS OBSCURING SOME ITEMS

Fail 9 Nov 2021 68,479 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

NSR SHOCK ABSORBER BUMP STOP DETERIORATED & COVER INSECURE

OSR SHOCK ABSORBER BUMP STOP DETERIORATED & COVER INSECURE

UNDER TRAYS OBSCURING SOME ITEMS

Pass 29 Oct 2020 65,038 miles

(both rear shock absorber bump stops split)

(engine covers and undertrays fitted)

Nearside Rear (noise when wheel rotated, suspect park brake shoes)

Pass 6 Nov 2019 62,150 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 57,308 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 52,560 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 46,786 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 36,527 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 36,527 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 XFX is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XFX, 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 AV61 XFX registered?

AV61 XFX is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 December 2011.

Is AV61 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV61 XFX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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