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VO61 VBD

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

167,795 mi
Last recorded167,795 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO61 VBD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 167,795 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 151,731 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 132,356 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 122,365 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 110,625 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 5 Sep 2018 99,608 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 99,608 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure clamp deteriorated (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

tpms warning lamp on

Pass 18 Aug 2017 83,537 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 60,649 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 37,152 miles

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

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

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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VO61 VBD is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VO61 VBD, 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 VO61 VBD registered?

VO61 VBD is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 September 2011.

Is VO61 VBD safe to buy?

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