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LC11 VFO

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,113 mi
Last recorded72,113 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC11 VFO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2024 72,113 miles

Rev counter faulty

Fail 30 Nov 2024 72,113 miles

Central Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

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

Rev counter faulty

Pass 2 Nov 2023 62,219 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 13 Oct 2023 62,043 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 49,047 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2022 49,047 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 46,970 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 44,331 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 42,783 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Aug 2018 41,148 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 38,463 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2017 38,463 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 36,789 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 32,369 miles

Offside front jacking point block missing

Outer sill cover damaged on offside front

Pass 15 May 2015 27,471 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 23,014 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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LC11 VFO is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LC11 VFO, 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 LC11 VFO registered?

LC11 VFO is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 May 2011.

Is LC11 VFO safe to buy?

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