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YC61 ORH

2011 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

77,550 mi
Last recorded77,550 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC61 ORH
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 77,550 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 74,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 215/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 72,021 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 68,259 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 63,774 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 61,144 miles

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 60,243 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

lower engine covers fitted

Fail 8 Nov 2019 60,243 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

lower engine covers fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2018 55,998 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 48,507 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 43,059 miles

tpms light on

Pass 17 Sep 2015 40,713 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 78,079 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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YC61 ORH is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 ORH, 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 ORH registered?

YC61 ORH is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 December 2011.

Is YC61 ORH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC61 ORH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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