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EK61 WPJ

2011 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

123,397 mi
Last recorded123,397 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK61 WPJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 123,397 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 113,938 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2024 113,938 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 104,671 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 95,047 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 85,290 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin fronts and rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

chip in windscreen

under trays fitted

Pass 10 May 2021 81,145 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 76,578 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 63,374 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 54,524 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 46,858 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 32,658 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 16,308 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 12,457 miles

Small cut in osf tyre

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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EK61 WPJ is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EK61 WPJ, 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 EK61 WPJ registered?

EK61 WPJ is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 November 2011.

Is EK61 WPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK61 WPJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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