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YH61 AZC

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

124,336 mi
Last recorded124,336 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH61 AZC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 124,336 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 119,592 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 114,262 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 105,346 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 101,279 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all three seats have child seat ()

Fail 19 Jan 2022 101,240 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all three seats have child seat ()

Pass 8 Dec 2020 94,360 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 88,316 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 75,631 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 64,229 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 51,914 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 37,809 miles

Engine covers / Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Nov 2014 26,533 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres perished / cracking slightly

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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YH61 AZC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black 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 YH61 AZC, 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 YH61 AZC registered?

YH61 AZC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is YH61 AZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH61 AZC 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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