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RE61 NVC

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

129,776 mi
Last recorded129,776 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE61 NVC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 129,776 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2026 129,673 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 122,232 miles

Nearside Front tyre has sidewall

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 113,265 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 108,334 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2023 108,334 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 105,015 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2022 105,009 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 95,656 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2020 95,626 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible after market hid fitted effecting image and light flickering (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible after market hid fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Dec 2019 87,382 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 74,780 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 69,585 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 57,716 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 54,240 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 54,240 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 33,120 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 27,963 miles

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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RE61 NVC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RE61 NVC, 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.

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What year was RE61 NVC registered?

RE61 NVC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is RE61 NVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE61 NVC shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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