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DG61 WRC

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

120,474 mi
Last recorded120,474 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG61 WRC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 120,474 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 107,565 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 99,277 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 90,741 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 90,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2022 80,325 miles

Exhaust flexi after Cat loose, but not likely to become detached

Pass 13 Apr 2021 71,064 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn low on inner edge

exhaust front flexible section deteriorated

Pass 31 Mar 2020 66,450 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both, inner pad. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 56,376 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 50,281 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 50,281 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 44,799 miles

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

Tyre Cracking with age

Fail 26 Apr 2017 44,799 miles

Nearside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Tyre Cracking with age

Pass 27 Apr 2016 33,760 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 29,285 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 27,796 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 26 Aug 2014 20,794 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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DG61 WRC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DG61 WRC, 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 DG61 WRC registered?

DG61 WRC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is DG61 WRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG61 WRC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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