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RJ61 FSO

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

79,489 mi
Last recorded79,489 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ61 FSO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 79,489 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 76,700 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 73,285 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 71,744 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 70,983 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 70,983 miles

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Jul 2019 70,972 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 69,667 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 63,913 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

condensation in both headlights

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

Fail 2 Feb 2018 63,902 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/35/19 (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

condensation in both headlights

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

Pass 23 Dec 2016 62,235 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 23 Dec 2015 50,464 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 50,464 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 39,410 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Dec 2014 39,410 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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RJ61 FSO is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 RJ61 FSO, 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 RJ61 FSO?

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What year was RJ61 FSO registered?

RJ61 FSO is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 December 2011.

Is RJ61 FSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ61 FSO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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