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SP11 FAM

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,230 mi
Last recorded35,230 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP11 FAM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2025 35,230 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 33,735 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 28,901 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 28,864 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 27,128 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 24,315 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 21,331 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 18,456 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 15,864 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 12,239 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 9,945 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 9,851 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 6,391 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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SP11 FAM is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SP11 FAM, 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 SP11 FAM?

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What year was SP11 FAM registered?

SP11 FAM is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 May 2011.

Is SP11 FAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP11 FAM shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP11 FAM have outstanding finance?

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