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HV11 ZVA

2011 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

77,295 mi
Last recorded77,295 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV11 ZVA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 77,295 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 72,635 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Jun 2025 72,635 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 May 2024 67,645 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 61,659 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2022 55,304 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 44,934 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 42,931 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 May 2019 40,296 miles

under-trays fitted to all of underside

Pass 26 Apr 2018 37,493 miles

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 28 Apr 2017 35,080 miles

Both front tyres are worn on the edges

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Child seats fitted preventing inspection of seats and seatbelt

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Rear brake pads are starting to get low

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 29 Mar 2016 27,511 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 22,934 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres low of tread

brake reaction bushes are getting soft

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 ZVA is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HV11 ZVA, 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 HV11 ZVA registered?

HV11 ZVA is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 May 2011.

Is HV11 ZVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV11 ZVA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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