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YH11 FXC

2011 BMW 1 Series

Orange Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,270 mi
Last recorded38,270 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH11 FXC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 38,270 miles

Rear brake hose ferrules corroded

all disc brakes corroded

rear subframe corroded

Pass 23 May 2025 37,415 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 36,660 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 36,652 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 35,517 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2023 35,429 miles

Offside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced wing mounted (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 34,738 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 33,407 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 32,734 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 31,246 miles

Front tyres starting to wear low on inner shoulders

Pass 15 Mar 2018 29,418 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 28,350 miles

Rear tyres starting to wear low in places

Pass 1 Apr 2016 26,602 miles

Rear tyres starting to wear low

Pass 24 Mar 2015 24,940 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 22,809 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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YH11 FXC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Orange with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YH11 FXC, 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 YH11 FXC registered?

YH11 FXC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 April 2011.

Is YH11 FXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH11 FXC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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