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E7 LOB

2011 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

131,837 mi
Last recorded131,837 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE7 LOB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 131,837 miles

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

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

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 122,692 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 114,166 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 102,841 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear both n/s o/s handbrake showing low effort at rear wheels (1.4.2 (a) (i))

little reserve travel in handbrake

Pass 6 Nov 2021 87,415 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 74,420 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 60,638 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both n/s o/s brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both n/s o/s brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear both n/s o/s tyres showing signs of wear (5.2.3 (e))

Rear handbrake showing low effort at rear wheels

Pass 9 Nov 2018 53,270 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 47,841 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit bothside (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Nov 2017 47,841 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit bothside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 40,722 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 40,722 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 34,081 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 26,265 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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E7 LOB is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E7 LOB, 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 E7 LOB registered?

E7 LOB is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 October 2011.

Is E7 LOB safe to buy?

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