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BK61 VEL

2011 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

28,057 mi
Last recorded28,057 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK61 VEL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 28,057 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 26,854 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from transmission area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 25,497 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 23,952 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All slightly cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 22,715 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 21,867 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 20,389 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 18,291 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 16,034 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Nov 2016 13,909 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 13,909 miles

Side repeater not working Nearside (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 11,511 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 9,152 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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BK61 VEL is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc 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 BK61 VEL, 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 BK61 VEL registered?

BK61 VEL is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 November 2011.

Is BK61 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK61 VEL 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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