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LD61 VVM

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

79,718 mi
Last recorded79,718 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 79,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NEW TYRE SOON NEEDED!! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 65,758 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective on dash.!! (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 29 Jul 2023 65,758 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective on dash.!! (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Central Front Headlamp aim too high Adjusted .RS (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2022 51,992 miles

Offside Front Head light lens cracked

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES , getting low (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 8 Mar 2021 42,105 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 38,728 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2020 38,728 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Apr 2019 28,457 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 26,073 miles

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge and starting to perish

Pass 24 May 2017 23,259 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 23 May 2017 23,245 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

under trays fitted

Pass 26 May 2016 19,954 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 17,745 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 13,069 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 VVM is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VVM, 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 VVM registered?

LD61 VVM is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 November 2011.

Is LD61 VVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD61 VVM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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