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WR61 UNE

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

162,917 mi
Last recorded162,917 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR61 UNE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 162,917 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2025 144,536 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 136,149 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Jun 2024 136,149 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick O/S,N/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 133,639 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Jun 2023 133,639 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 118,745 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 108,668 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 101,397 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 101,397 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 98,358 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 88,283 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 71,014 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 53,307 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 53,307 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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WR61 UNE 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 WR61 UNE, 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 WR61 UNE registered?

WR61 UNE is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 December 2011.

Is WR61 UNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR61 UNE 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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