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FD11 PCV

2011 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,421 mi
Last recorded120,421 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD11 PCV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 120,421 miles

Exhaust flexible pipe splitting

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

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

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

Rear ABS rings starting to rub sensors

Fail 6 Oct 2025 120,415 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust flexible pipe splitting

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

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

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

Rear ABS rings starting to rub sensors

TPMS on

crank pulley split

Pass 7 Oct 2024 112,711 miles

TPMS MIL illuminated , vehicle pre dates requirement

Pass 9 Oct 2023 104,992 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns at at approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 96,890 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 94,610 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 94,610 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 92,883 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 89,294 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2018 84,752 miles

Front Both tyres perished

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 May 2017 80,049 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

front registration plate damaged

Pass 12 May 2016 75,728 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 61,931 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 44,603 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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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FD11 PCV is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FD11 PCV, 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 FD11 PCV registered?

FD11 PCV is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 July 2011.

Is FD11 PCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD11 PCV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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