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SM11 XGL

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

116,327 mi
Last recorded116,327 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM11 XGL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 116,327 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 105,151 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 105,101 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

both rear tyres worn very close to legal limit

brake warning lamp on dash (wear sensor)

front brake discs worn

nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front brake pad wear sensor wire broken

rear brake discs worn/pitted

Pass 28 Jun 2018 87,314 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 68,550 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 49,826 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 33,426 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 25,248 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 25,248 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

washers weak.

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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SM11 XGL is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SM11 XGL, 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 SM11 XGL registered?

SM11 XGL is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 July 2011.

Is SM11 XGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM11 XGL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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