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GK61 TXT

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

91,135 mi
Last recorded91,135 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK61 TXT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 91,135 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 90,678 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 90,059 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 89,147 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 87,401 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 86,482 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 85,702 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 85,702 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 84,299 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 77,621 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 66,104 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 52,836 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 41,664 miles

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

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

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 TXT is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black 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 TXT, 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 TXT?

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What year was GK61 TXT registered?

GK61 TXT is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is GK61 TXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK61 TXT 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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