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WV11 TYP

2011 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

126,639 mi
Last recorded126,639 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV11 TYP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 126,639 miles

Parking brake lever adjustment needed

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

Pass 15 Mar 2025 111,691 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 103,339 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 94,147 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2023 94,147 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 84,230 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads 3.5mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads 3.5mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Undertray/s fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 9 Mar 2021 77,517 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2021 77,516 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 74,140 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear brake pads have 1000-1500 miles remaining approximately. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

o/s/f tyre beginning to wear on inner/outer edges.

Pass 6 Mar 2019 67,984 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

n/s/f tyre worn badly on outer edge.

Pass 14 Mar 2018 61,677 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 56,655 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 56,655 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 51,734 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 42,222 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 31,280 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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WV11 TYP is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WV11 TYP, 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 WV11 TYP registered?

WV11 TYP is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 March 2011.

Is WV11 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV11 TYP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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