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GY61 PWJ

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,097 mi
Last recorded72,097 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 PWJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2026 72,097 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 67,178 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 63,140 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges slightly

Pass 13 Feb 2023 60,837 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 56,432 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 52,125 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 52,095 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 50,678 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 47,610 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 42,825 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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GY61 PWJ is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 GY61 PWJ, 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 GY61 PWJ registered?

GY61 PWJ is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is GY61 PWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY61 PWJ shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY61 PWJ have outstanding finance?

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