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Y7 ORT

2011 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

134,718 mi
Last recorded134,718 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY7 ORT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 134,718 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 39,787 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 124,385 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 34,428 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 111,756 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2023 111,755 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS & OS (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Alloy Wheel has been repaired

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS & OS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2023 26,335 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Dec 2022 101,469 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 16,500 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 89,783 miles

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

Trays and covers fitted

Fail 9 Nov 2021 89,775 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2020 85,837 miles

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2019 82,225 miles

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2018 75,272 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 68,370 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 58,916 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2015 45,644 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 32,937 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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Y7 ORT is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y7 ORT, 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

How do I check the history of Y7 ORT?

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What year was Y7 ORT registered?

Y7 ORT is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 November 2011.

Is Y7 ORT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y7 ORT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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