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EX61 SZU

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,545 mi
Last recorded71,545 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX61 SZU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2025 71,545 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2024 67,018 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 62,827 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 57,910 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 50,784 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 45,451 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 39,258 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 34,134 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 30,284 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing heavily on outer shoulder and has cracks in tread but still meets MOT requirements

Offside Front tyre wearing heavily on outer shoulder and has cracks in tread but still meets MOT requirements

Pass 19 Dec 2016 27,392 miles

Front tyres wearing slightly on outer shoulders and have cracks in tread but still meets MOT requirements

Pass 30 Nov 2015 21,473 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 16,509 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

nsr/osr tyres perishing and splitting but meet mot requirements

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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EX61 SZU is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EX61 SZU, 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 EX61 SZU?

You can check the full history of EX61 SZU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EX61 SZU registered?

EX61 SZU is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 December 2011.

Is EX61 SZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX61 SZU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX61 SZU have outstanding finance?

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