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EX11 TYG

2011 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

140,964 mi
Last recorded140,964 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX11 TYG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 140,964 miles

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

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

exhaust front flexi weak allowing movement of system

Fail 7 Nov 2025 140,963 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

exhaust front flexi weak allowing movement of system

Pass 8 Nov 2024 136,045 miles

covers fitter to underside of vehicle covering testable items

Fail 8 Nov 2024 136,045 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

covers fitter to underside of vehicle covering testable items

Pass 20 Nov 2023 151,850 miles

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Rear tyre wearing close to wear bar indicators

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Run flat tyres only on rear of vehicle

T.P.M.S. light on indicating a low tyre pressure

Fail 20 Nov 2023 131,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Rear tyre wearing close to wear bar indicators

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Run flat tyres only on rear of vehicle

T.P.M.S. light on indicating a low tyre pressure

Pass 4 Nov 2022 125,319 miles

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

Offside front bump stop deteriorated

Offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 4 Nov 2022 125,316 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

Offside front bump stop deteriorated

Offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 20 Apr 2021 133,265 miles

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering testable items

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

Fail 19 Apr 2021 133,263 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid poss leaking pipe (3.5 (a))

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering testable items

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

Pass 28 Apr 2020 111,202 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2019 103,662 miles

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

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

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Arm, Front Bush(s) Slightly Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear Tyre(s) Worn to 2mm Inner and Outer Edge(s) Offside Rear Tyre Also Cracked/Perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 95,145 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

front number plate in poor condition

nearside front tyre completely worn out on outer edge

rear brakes worn

Fail 9 Apr 2018 95,145 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

front brakes worn

front number plate in poor condition

nearside front tyre completely worn out on outer edge

rear brakes worn

Pass 7 Apr 2017 86,313 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring testable items

Pass 11 Apr 2016 78,029 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 3 Apr 2015 68,609 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 53,252 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 53,252 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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EX11 TYG is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 EX11 TYG, 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 EX11 TYG registered?

EX11 TYG is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 April 2011.

Is EX11 TYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX11 TYG shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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