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LC61 FTO

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

197,675 mi
Last recorded197,675 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC61 FTO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2019 197,675 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2019 196,800 miles

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function both front (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 157,011 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 11 Oct 2017 121,213 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front steering rack arm slight play

Pass 8 Nov 2016 86,690 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 169,290 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 121,377 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 FTO is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FTO, 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 LC61 FTO registered?

LC61 FTO is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 November 2011.

Is LC61 FTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC61 FTO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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