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YC61 UHP

2011 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

111,320 mi
Last recorded111,320 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 111,320 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 111,318 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 105,546 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2024 101,555 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 92,875 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 85,909 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 85,909 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2021 81,707 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 26 May 2021 81,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 May 2020 76,415 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 1 May 2020 76,414 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 71,415 miles

engine cover / under shields / sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

near side rear shock shroud detached

off side front wheel bearing not tested due to brake bind

Fail 27 Mar 2019 71,328 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

engine cover / under shields / sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

near side rear shock shroud detached

off side front wheel bearing not tested due to brake bind

Pass 27 Apr 2018 66,063 miles

engine covers / under shields / sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

oil leak from rear diff

Fail 27 Apr 2018 66,063 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine covers / under shields / sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

oil leak from rear diff

Pass 18 Apr 2017 58,182 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 58,182 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 52,752 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 41,065 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 30 Oct 2015 40,918 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 3 Oct 2014 28,553 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f fog light mounting insecure/broken

Pass 3 Oct 2014 28,553 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f fog light mounting insecure/broken

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 UHP is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 UHP, 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 UHP registered?

YC61 UHP is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is YC61 UHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC61 UHP shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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