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PS61 AUS

2011 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

87,834 mi
Last recorded87,834 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPS61 AUS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 87,834 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2026 87,834 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2025 86,376 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 84,751 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2024 84,725 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 81,783 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 78,257 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 75,191 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2020 72,905 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 69,325 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 64,075 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 52,401 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 42,113 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 30,006 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 19,679 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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PS61 AUS is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PS61 AUS, 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 PS61 AUS registered?

PS61 AUS is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 September 2011.

Is PS61 AUS safe to buy?

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