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SB11 KVW

2011 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

78,275 mi
Last recorded78,275 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB11 KVW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 78,275 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2024 69,768 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2023 62,186 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 62,186 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 56,445 miles

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 27 Nov 2021 50,744 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2020 50,205 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 May 2019 43,626 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 34,752 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 33,024 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 31,856 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 25,578 miles

headlamp switch faulty / insecure

Fail 28 Sep 2015 25,575 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

brake warning lamp staying on dashboard

headlamp switch faulty / insecure

multiple warning lamps at driver display console

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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SB11 KVW is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SB11 KVW, 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 SB11 KVW registered?

SB11 KVW is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 June 2011.

Is SB11 KVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB11 KVW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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