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GL11 GYE

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,728 mi
Last recorded108,728 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL11 GYE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 108,728 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 96,832 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 90,204 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 85,393 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 79,434 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 73,535 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2020 68,132 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 62,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 56,333 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 50,431 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 42,380 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 29,360 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 18,716 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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GL11 GYE is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 GL11 GYE, 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 GL11 GYE registered?

GL11 GYE is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 July 2011.

Is GL11 GYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL11 GYE shows 13 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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