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YC11 VWN

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

212,038 mi
Last recorded212,038 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC11 VWN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 212,038 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 197,405 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35R18 92Y (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2024 184,025 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 169,693 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 155,284 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 148,629 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2021 148,629 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 134,128 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 111,994 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 91,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outter sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 72,699 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 54,796 miles

Chip in front windscreen outside zone A

Pass 9 Oct 2015 46,115 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 39,091 miles

front inner brake pads look to be starting to wear low (limited view)

wear ridges on front disc brakes

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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YC11 VWN is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YC11 VWN, 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 YC11 VWN registered?

YC11 VWN is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 July 2011.

Is YC11 VWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC11 VWN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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