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LD61 EKC

2011 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,648 mi
Last recorded18,648 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD61 EKC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2026 18,648 miles

front tyres wearing on outside edges

Pass 29 Jan 2025 17,178 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 16,051 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 14,482 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 11,187 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 10,184 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 9,067 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 8,069 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 6,084 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 4,417 miles

Engine covers fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2014 2,975 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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LD61 EKC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LD61 EKC, 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 LD61 EKC registered?

LD61 EKC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 October 2011.

Is LD61 EKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD61 EKC shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LD61 EKC have outstanding finance?

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