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PF11 SYR

2011 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

115,260 mi
Last recorded115,260 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF11 SYR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 115,260 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

tps light on

Pass 5 Dec 2024 109,999 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 107,409 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 100,307 miles

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

front exhaust flexi section worn

Pass 10 Dec 2021 90,568 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 75,193 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 75,193 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2019 72,222 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 61,274 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underneath vehicle

Pass 9 Jun 2017 49,718 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 38,160 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 29,539 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 21,430 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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PF11 SYR is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PF11 SYR, 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 PF11 SYR registered?

PF11 SYR is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 June 2011.

Is PF11 SYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF11 SYR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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