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GY11 LFA

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

102,744 mi
Last recorded102,744 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY11 LFA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 102,744 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 83,486 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 66,225 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 55,428 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 43,993 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 33,206 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 32,770 miles

Offside Rear Tyre perished between tread

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front brake disc pitted/corroded

both rear brake discs pitted/corroded

Fail 22 Oct 2016 32,770 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside Rear Tyre perished between tread

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front brake disc pitted/corroded

both rear brake discs pitted/corroded

Pass 1 May 2015 31,020 miles

offside rear tyre perished in tread.

Pass 24 Apr 2014 27,868 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 24 Apr 2014 27,868 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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GY11 LFA is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GY11 LFA, 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 GY11 LFA registered?

GY11 LFA is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 April 2011.

Is GY11 LFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY11 LFA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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