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EK11 VZL

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

73,182 mi
Last recorded73,182 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK11 VZL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 73,182 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 69,364 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 65,367 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 62,235 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 59,422 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 58,148 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 52,757 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 52,757 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 47,149 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 42,233 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 35,422 miles

Front tyres have age cracks all around the tread. (215/40R18)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 28,955 miles

advise all tyres worn inner and outer edges

advise n/s/r tyre tread getting low

Pass 25 Jun 2014 22,041 miles

advise n/s/r tyre on wear bars

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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EK11 VZL is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc 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 EK11 VZL, 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

How do I check the history of EK11 VZL?

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What year was EK11 VZL registered?

EK11 VZL is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 June 2011.

Is EK11 VZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK11 VZL 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.

Does EK11 VZL have outstanding finance?

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