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FG61 SFV

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

180,902 mi
Last recorded180,902 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG61 SFV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2024 180,902 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 166,074 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 237,653 miles

Central Front under tray fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2021 142,564 miles

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

Offside Front Inner 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 27 Jan 2020 137,929 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 137,929 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2019 131,438 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2019 131,438 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 122,969 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear tyres on 3mm tread depth

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2017 113,955 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 113,955 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 101,331 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 100,301 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components.

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

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

Headlight adjuster reset.

Outer sill covers fitted.

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all badly lipped (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 76,639 miles

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

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 SFV is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FG61 SFV, 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 SFV registered?

FG61 SFV is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 December 2011.

Is FG61 SFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG61 SFV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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