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GK61 TXW

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,603 mi
Last recorded50,603 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 50,603 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 50,386 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 50,001 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 48,816 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 46,830 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 46,108 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2020 45,413 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 2 Jan 2019 44,506 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre 245-35-19 ()

Pass 23 Dec 2017 43,311 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 40,576 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 37,256 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 32,615 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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GK61 TXW is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TXW, 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 GK61 TXW registered?

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

Is GK61 TXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK61 TXW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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