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FY11 XVT

2011 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,456 mi
Last recorded101,456 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY11 XVT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 101,456 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Has Buldge On Outer Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 87,691 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2023 81,463 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2023 81,463 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 76,341 miles

Rear oil leak on diff

Fail 24 Oct 2022 76,341 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear oil leak on diff

Pass 18 Oct 2021 79,074 miles

Central undertray damaged

Pass 2 Nov 2020 67,917 miles

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

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

undertray damaged and o/s/f jacking block missing

Pass 26 Jun 2019 59,646 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 55,547 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 52,440 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jun 2017 45,573 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 48,297 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front wipers poor just clearing view

Pass 18 Jun 2015 43,496 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 38,849 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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FY11 XVT is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel 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 FY11 XVT, 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 FY11 XVT registered?

FY11 XVT is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 June 2011.

Is FY11 XVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY11 XVT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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