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FP61 YVT

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,465 mi
Last recorded103,465 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP61 YVT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 103,465 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 102,094 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 99,361 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 96,963 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Mar 2022 96,935 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 90,853 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 3 Mar 2021 90,853 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 89,021 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Nov 2019 74,571 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 31 Oct 2018 58,600 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 30 Oct 2018 58,600 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 20 Jan 2018 55,031 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 46,273 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 36,800 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 32,157 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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FP61 YVT is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YVT, 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 YVT registered?

FP61 YVT is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is FP61 YVT safe to buy?

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