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FP61 YVG

2011 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

136,854 mi
Last recorded136,854 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2021
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP61 YVG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2021 136,854 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2021 136,854 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 134,348 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2019 131,891 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 5 Oct 2019 131,891 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 Sep 2018 128,500 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 125,462 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 118,554 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 118,501 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 101,219 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 76,566 miles

n/s front tyre worn on inner edge

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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FP61 YVG is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FP61 YVG, 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 FP61 YVG registered?

FP61 YVG is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 December 2011.

Is FP61 YVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP61 YVG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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