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FL61 YHG

2011 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

116,063 mi
Last recorded116,063 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL61 YHG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 116,063 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexy section (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both misted (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge void of tread on the inner edge & close to cords being exposed (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge void of tread on the inner edge & close to cords being exposed (5.2.3 (e))

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

TPMS warning light on

Pass 12 Mar 2025 105,653 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 97,266 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 89,373 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2023 89,372 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre worn deformed (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 81,891 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2021 75,249 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 68,997 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 61,586 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 52,163 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 42,057 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 41,672 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 33,951 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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FL61 YHG is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FL61 YHG, 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 FL61 YHG registered?

FL61 YHG is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is FL61 YHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL61 YHG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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