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GK11 AVC

2011 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

166,879 mi
Last recorded166,879 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK11 AVC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 166,879 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 148,849 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 138,430 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 129,335 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 122,663 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 114,441 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2020 114,121 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 94,025 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 70,089 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 55,139 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 30,860 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 15,186 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 14,343 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 12,786 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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GK11 AVC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GK11 AVC, 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 GK11 AVC registered?

GK11 AVC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 April 2011.

Is GK11 AVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK11 AVC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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