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HV11 OES

2011 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,928 mi
Last recorded131,928 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV11 OES
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 131,928 miles

Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 131,928 miles

Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 119,148 miles

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2025 119,148 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 105,264 miles
Pass 1 May 2023 92,501 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 84,626 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 78,237 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 78,237 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2019 75,463 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 70,966 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 64,647 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 54,057 miles

Engine covers / Under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 42,455 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2014 30,308 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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HV11 OES is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HV11 OES, 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 HV11 OES?

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What year was HV11 OES registered?

HV11 OES is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 March 2011.

Is HV11 OES safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV11 OES shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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