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SG11 SWU

2011 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

73,399 mi
Last recorded73,399 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG11 SWU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 73,399 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension components rusty

Pass 21 Sep 2022 68,900 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension components rusty

Pass 23 Sep 2021 64,582 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 64,581 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2020 60,691 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 60,691 miles

Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2019 56,730 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 56,722 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) likely to become detached (4.3.1 (c) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 50,890 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 46,627 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 39,686 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 39,689 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device missing retaining clip missing (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush lower arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 32,015 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 32,011 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 25,517 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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SG11 SWU is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc 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 SG11 SWU, 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 SG11 SWU registered?

SG11 SWU is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 July 2011.

Is SG11 SWU safe to buy?

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