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BX11 VNK

2011 BMW 1 Series

Orange Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,747 mi
Last recorded47,747 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX11 VNK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 47,747 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 45,462 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 43,730 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2023 43,730 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 42,423 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 42,260 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 41,384 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 41,360 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 15 Apr 2019 37,499 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 33,578 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 29,367 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 29,367 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 3 May 2016 24,302 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 28 Apr 2015 19,707 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 19,707 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 14,122 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BX11 VNK is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Orange with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BX11 VNK, 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 BX11 VNK registered?

BX11 VNK is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 May 2011.

Is BX11 VNK safe to buy?

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