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GF61 ZCT

2011 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

81,800 mi
Last recorded81,800 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 ZCT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 81,800 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 78,719 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 75,420 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 72,346 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 69,563 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 69,563 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 67,377 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 63,803 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 55,131 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 49,243 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 42,358 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 35,009 miles

Offside steering arm has slight knock but play is not excessive

Pass 2 Dec 2014 29,176 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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GF61 ZCT is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol 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 GF61 ZCT, 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 GF61 ZCT?

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What year was GF61 ZCT registered?

GF61 ZCT is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 December 2011.

Is GF61 ZCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF61 ZCT 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.

Does GF61 ZCT have outstanding finance?

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