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R17 LDR

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,437 mi
Last recorded126,437 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR17 LDR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2026 126,437 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 121,373 miles

exhaust front flexy slightly deteriated

Pass 1 Feb 2024 115,565 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 111,004 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2022 108,945 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 106,743 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 93,114 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 81,449 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 71,547 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 62,334 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2015 52,647 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 41,342 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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R17 LDR is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R17 LDR, 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 R17 LDR registered?

R17 LDR is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 6 January 2011.

Is R17 LDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R17 LDR shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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