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LD61 PVE

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,243 mi
Last recorded96,243 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2020
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD61 PVE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2020 96,243 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 89,075 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 81,207 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 74,304 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 68,001 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 59,702 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre low on edges - n/s/r tyre getting low

rear pads getting low

Fail 28 Jul 2015 59,702 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre low on edges - n/s/r tyre getting low

rear pads getting low

Pass 12 Sep 2014 49,963 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 PVE is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PVE, 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 PVE registered?

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

Is LD61 PVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD61 PVE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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