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EA61 VOJ

2011 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,260 mi
Last recorded68,260 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA61 VOJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 68,260 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2025 68,244 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 65,832 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 63,058 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 59,895 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Nov 2021 56,023 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

TPMS warning light on dash

Pass 17 Nov 2020 53,901 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

tpms lamp on

Fail 17 Nov 2020 53,901 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

tpms lamp on

Pass 25 Nov 2019 49,618 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

tyre monitering system warning lamp on on dash

Fail 20 Nov 2019 49,601 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

tyre monitering system warning lamp on on dash

Pass 21 Nov 2018 44,493 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 40,723 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 35,604 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 31,131 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 24,221 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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EA61 VOJ is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EA61 VOJ, 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 EA61 VOJ registered?

EA61 VOJ is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 November 2011.

Is EA61 VOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA61 VOJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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