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HG11 LZT

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,489 mi
Last recorded97,489 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG11 LZT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 97,489 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2025 97,485 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 84,878 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2023 82,535 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2023 82,480 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 77,740 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 72,420 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 69,869 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre screw in tyre ()

Pass 24 May 2019 61,036 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 51,404 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 42,057 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 34,470 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 29,925 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 23,840 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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HG11 LZT is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HG11 LZT, 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 HG11 LZT registered?

HG11 LZT is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 May 2011.

Is HG11 LZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG11 LZT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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