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GK61 AUA

2011 BMW 1 Series

Orange Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

58,034 mi
Last recorded58,034 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK61 AUA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 58,034 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 48,460 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 46,174 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 40,748 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 37,287 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 36,646 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 36,636 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 34,480 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 32,889 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 27,342 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 24,358 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 19,670 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 15,308 miles

n/s/r tyre 3mm

o/s/r tyre 3mm & nails in tread

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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GK61 AUA is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Orange with a 2,979cc 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 GK61 AUA, 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 GK61 AUA?

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What year was GK61 AUA registered?

GK61 AUA is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 6 December 2011.

Is GK61 AUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK61 AUA 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.

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