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EY11 VLU

2011 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

71,960 mi
Last recorded71,960 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY11 VLU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 71,960 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 67,907 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 64,061 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 53,482 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 51,680 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 49,637 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 44,528 miles

front pads getting low

Pass 19 Mar 2020 41,067 miles

front pads worn

front pads worn

Fail 19 Mar 2020 41,067 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

front pads worn

front pads worn

Pass 18 Mar 2019 36,488 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 32,625 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2017 27,361 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 23,409 miles

both front tyres low/wearing on outer edges

Pass 1 May 2015 17,734 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 12,762 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 11,366 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 11,366 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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EY11 VLU is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 EY11 VLU, 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 EY11 VLU registered?

EY11 VLU is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 March 2011.

Is EY11 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY11 VLU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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