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FY61 AVE

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

104,011 mi
Last recorded104,011 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY61 AVE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 104,011 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 99,776 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 99,776 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 84,228 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 67,424 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 47,140 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Sep 2014 47,140 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FY61 AVE is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FY61 AVE, 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

How do I check the history of FY61 AVE?

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What year was FY61 AVE registered?

FY61 AVE is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 September 2011.

Is FY61 AVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY61 AVE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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