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FG61 COA

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

165,228 mi
Last recorded165,228 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG61 COA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 165,228 miles

Nearside Front day light not working

Offside Front slight play in top mount

Fail 11 Nov 2025 165,228 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front day light not working

Offside Front slight play in top mount

Pass 13 Nov 2024 163,372 miles

Nearside Front daylight bulb not working

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

Fail 13 Nov 2024 163,372 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and bauld outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front daylight bulb not working

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 161,298 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 159,650 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 159,222 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 159,222 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 142,104 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 141,358 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 121,389 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 106,251 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 96,447 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 82,692 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 60,665 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 60,665 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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FG61 COA is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FG61 COA, 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 FG61 COA registered?

FG61 COA is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 October 2011.

Is FG61 COA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG61 COA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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