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F3 TJG

2011 BMW 1 Series

Orange Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

49,961 mi
Last recorded49,961 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF3 TJG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 49,961 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 49,651 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 49,358 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 48,790 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 47,357 miles

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 20 Jan 2021 44,167 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 40,247 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 40,221 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 37,736 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 34,824 miles

both front tyre s bald on inner edge

Fail 23 Jan 2017 34,824 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyre s bald on inner edge

Pass 22 Feb 2016 31,245 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 27,429 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 17,600 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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F3 TJG is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Orange with a 2,979cc 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 F3 TJG, 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 F3 TJG registered?

F3 TJG is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 May 2011.

Is F3 TJG safe to buy?

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