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SM11 XTE

2011 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,002 mi
Last recorded110,002 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM11 XTE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 110,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 103,475 miles

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated axle input. (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 96,640 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 92,535 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 89,763 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 89,763 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 85,492 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 81,709 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 81,567 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 69,275 miles

Brake calipers corroded

Exhaust system flexi unit deteriorated

Pass 1 Nov 2018 50,631 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 46,859 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 43,786 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 43,786 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 37,328 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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SM11 XTE is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XTE, 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 XTE registered?

SM11 XTE is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 June 2011.

Is SM11 XTE safe to buy?

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