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SN61 ZYZ

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

104,432 mi
Last recorded104,432 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN61 ZYZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 104,432 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 93,849 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear jacking point block missing

under trays fitted covering some underside components

Fail 25 Aug 2023 93,848 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear jacking point block missing

under trays fitted covering some underside components

Pass 18 Aug 2022 81,598 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 81,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 69,010 miles

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

Service brake binding but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 66,238 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 59,022 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 52,237 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 43,958 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Jul 2017 43,934 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 35,199 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 25,436 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 10,970 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 10,968 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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SN61 ZYZ is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel 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 SN61 ZYZ, 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 SN61 ZYZ?

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What year was SN61 ZYZ registered?

SN61 ZYZ is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 November 2011.

Is SN61 ZYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN61 ZYZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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