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WM11 FWC

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,297 mi
Last recorded102,297 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM11 FWC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 102,297 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2025 102,246 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2024 93,006 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 91,168 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and multiple small cuts (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Oct 2023 91,167 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/35/18 run flat (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and multiple small cuts (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 86,206 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

t.p.m.s light is on

Pass 4 May 2021 83,475 miles

Low effort nearside parking brake .

Fail 4 May 2021 83,475 miles

Low effort nearside parking brake .

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2020 81,758 miles

Both front lower arms, front bushes have movement.

Front brake discs lipped.

TPMS light on

Pass 4 Jun 2018 78,046 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 75,016 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 69,507 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 57,408 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 43,494 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 43,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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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WM11 FWC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,996cc petrol 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 WM11 FWC, 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 WM11 FWC registered?

WM11 FWC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 July 2011.

Is WM11 FWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM11 FWC 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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