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RE61 YCC

2011 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

29,713 mi
Last recorded29,713 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE61 YCC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 29,713 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 19,369 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 9,473 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 9,111 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 7,338 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished sidewall area. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 6,890 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 6,473 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 5,556 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 5,042 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 4,299 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 4,299 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55 R16 (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 4,123 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 4,931 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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RE61 YCC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol 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 RE61 YCC, 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

How do I check the history of RE61 YCC?

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What year was RE61 YCC registered?

RE61 YCC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is RE61 YCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE61 YCC 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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