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YC11 VZD

2011 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,089 mi
Last recorded130,089 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC11 VZD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 130,089 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 125,560 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 118,100 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 108,681 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 99,660 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 97,316 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall slightly cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2019 81,385 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2018 69,444 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 57,301 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 46,486 miles

plastic under covers

Pass 4 Jun 2015 35,223 miles

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

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

child seat fitted osr

Pass 5 Jun 2014 23,275 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)

advanced perishing evident of front tyres & edge tread devoid

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 VZD is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VZD, 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 VZD registered?

YC11 VZD is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 June 2011.

Is YC11 VZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC11 VZD shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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