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KU11 MSY

2011 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,405 mi
Last recorded115,405 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU11 MSY
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 115,405 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2025 115,405 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 106,841 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Nov 2024 106,841 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 99,315 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 99,142 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 98,738 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 98,512 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 97,784 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 97,754 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear PARKING BRAKE BINDING

Rear FOG LIGHTS STAYING ON

Pass 7 Feb 2018 96,644 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 89,426 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 84,075 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on edges

under trays and engine covers fitted covering some components

Pass 14 Feb 2015 77,786 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2014 69,858 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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KU11 MSY is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Grey 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 KU11 MSY, 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 KU11 MSY registered?

KU11 MSY is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 March 2011.

Is KU11 MSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU11 MSY 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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