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YC61 PCX

2011 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,014 mi
Last recorded100,014 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 100,014 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2023 94,639 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

underside covers damaged

Pass 10 Dec 2022 88,657 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 82,518 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2021 82,518 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear white (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake lining(s) missing pads damaged\cracked (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 76,036 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

slight exhaust blow at front flexi

Fail 27 Nov 2020 76,036 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

slight exhaust blow at front flexi

Pass 23 Dec 2019 71,336 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking from flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked/Damaged (0.1 (b))

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2019 71,335 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking from flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked/Damaged (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 64,394 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 60,913 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 51,303 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 43,971 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2015 35,150 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 27,887 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 PCX is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PCX, 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.

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What year was YC61 PCX registered?

YC61 PCX is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 December 2011.

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