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LC61 ERK

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

133,110 mi
Last recorded133,110 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC61 ERK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 133,110 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 127,448 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 123,609 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 116,066 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 108,863 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 108,823 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/40/18 kumho ecsta sports (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front tyre wearing on edge

Pass 10 Nov 2020 103,412 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 98,762 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2018 91,145 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 83,205 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 76,044 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 69,311 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 56,747 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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LC61 ERK is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White 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 LC61 ERK, 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 LC61 ERK?

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What year was LC61 ERK registered?

LC61 ERK is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 November 2011.

Is LC61 ERK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC61 ERK 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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