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RIJ 283

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

184,527 mi
Last recorded184,527 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIJ 283
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 184,527 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 173,698 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 173,697 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2024 160,074 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2023 145,770 miles
Fail 27 May 2023 145,765 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2022 130,568 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 116,249 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 104,715 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 May 2019 91,979 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 78,333 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 64,811 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 53,301 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 37,955 miles

Both front tyre treads, starting to crack/split.

Rear wiper blade, poor wipe.

Pass 25 Jun 2014 26,576 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jun 2014 26,482 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jun 2014 26,482 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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RIJ 283 is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RIJ 283, 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 RIJ 283 registered?

RIJ 283 is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 June 2011.

Is RIJ 283 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIJ 283 shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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