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GY11 PHU

2011 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

71,515 mi
Last recorded71,515 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY11 PHU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 71,515 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2026 71,515 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 68,013 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

under trays and outer sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2023 66,066 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Oct 2023 66,064 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 61,597 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 55,692 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 51,082 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 43,771 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 36,945 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3/4 worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 31,494 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3/4 worn (3.5.1g)

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

brake fluid below maximum

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Aug 2016 24,834 miles

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 1 Sep 2015 15,378 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 7,323 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 6,613 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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GY11 PHU is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PHU, 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.

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What year was GY11 PHU registered?

GY11 PHU is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 May 2011.

Is GY11 PHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY11 PHU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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