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YC61 OFN

2011 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,274 mi
Last recorded147,274 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC61 OFN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 147,274 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 129,750 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 123,247 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2023 123,171 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Beam kicking to the right and too high (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Beam kicking to the right (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 117,868 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 111,478 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 111,474 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 109,851 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 105,505 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 99,123 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 93,731 miles

engine cover fitted

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2017 87,830 miles

engine cover fitted

sill covers fitted

slight corrosion to front brake discs inner faces

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2016 80,174 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 55,245 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

plastic brake servo hose fouling on cable (has flat spot wearing in it)

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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YC61 OFN is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YC61 OFN, 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 YC61 OFN registered?

YC61 OFN is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 December 2011.

Is YC61 OFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC61 OFN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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