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SL11 FFK

2011 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,235 mi
Last recorded85,235 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL11 FFK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 85,235 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 77,919 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 70,905 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 61,684 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 56,537 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 56,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 53,422 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 43,011 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 37,325 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 31,679 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 26,887 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 19,757 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 15,040 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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SL11 FFK 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 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 SL11 FFK, 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 SL11 FFK?

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What year was SL11 FFK registered?

SL11 FFK is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 March 2011.

Is SL11 FFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL11 FFK 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.

Does SL11 FFK have outstanding finance?

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