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FG11 FNP

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

146,243 mi
Last recorded146,243 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG11 FNP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 146,243 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing inner outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 138,361 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2024 138,360 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 130,307 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 125,578 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing split between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2022 125,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing split between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 106,807 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2021 106,754 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Outer Track rod end modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 97,231 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 13 Jan 2020 97,231 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 95,227 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn on edges

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 88,886 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 81,849 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2017 81,838 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working flickers, goes off & on (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working flickers ,goes off & on (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2016 74,736 miles

undertrays fitted covering some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2015 64,788 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 53,021 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)

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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FG11 FNP is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FG11 FNP, 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 FG11 FNP registered?

FG11 FNP is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 6 April 2011.

Is FG11 FNP safe to buy?

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