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VU11 NSY

2011 BMW X1

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

115,838 mi
Last recorded115,838 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW X170,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU11 NSY
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 115,838 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm inner (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing inner (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Oct 2025 115,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm inner (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 104,539 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 94,555 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 84,756 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 84,687 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 76,909 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 76,909 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 74,965 miles

engine cover undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2016 63,175 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 46,892 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2015 46,892 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 41,869 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 33,593 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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VU11 NSY is a 2011 BMW X1 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2011 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 70,986 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 X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU11 NSY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 15 years old, this BMW X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU11 NSY registered?

VU11 NSY is a 2011 BMW X1, first registered on 4 March 2011.

Is VU11 NSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU11 NSY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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