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LC61 SYY

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

184,257 mi
Last recorded184,257 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 184,257 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 8 Oct 2022 170,105 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 163,285 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 156,303 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 149,601 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 139,081 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 129,276 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 112,179 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 85,681 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 61,481 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 61,481 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 SYY is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SYY, 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 SYY registered?

LC61 SYY is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 December 2011.

Is LC61 SYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC61 SYY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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