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GU61 LMJ

2011 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,510 mi
Last recorded85,510 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 LMJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2025 85,510 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 80,428 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 75,363 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 69,855 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 64,562 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 59,356 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 50,397 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 41,325 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 40,446 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 35,919 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 30,157 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 23,930 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 16,345 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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GU61 LMJ is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel 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 GU61 LMJ, 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 GU61 LMJ?

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What year was GU61 LMJ registered?

GU61 LMJ is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is GU61 LMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU61 LMJ 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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