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YG61 YWP

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

94,464 mi
Last recorded94,464 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG61 YWP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 94,464 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2026 94,464 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 90,421 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 90,267 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 84,754 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2024 84,754 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 79,117 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Feb 2023 79,019 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 71,646 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear bump stop deteriorated

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 11 Feb 2022 71,614 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn mounted in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear bump stop deteriorated

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2021 64,375 miles

Front registration plate cracked

Fail 12 Feb 2021 64,375 miles

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

Front registration plate cracked

Pass 21 Feb 2020 59,858 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear brake binding

Pass 22 Feb 2019 53,394 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear brake binding

Pass 16 Feb 2018 45,890 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)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 35,607 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 35,607 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 26,465 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 18,416 miles

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

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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YG61 YWP is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 YG61 YWP, 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 YG61 YWP registered?

YG61 YWP is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 September 2011.

Is YG61 YWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG61 YWP shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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