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YH61 VCU

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,370 mi
Last recorded74,370 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH61 VCU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 74,370 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2.5mm tread depth and slight wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2.5mm tread depth and slight wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2024 73,894 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2.5mm tread depth and wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2.5mm tread depth and wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 73,343 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2.5mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2.5mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 72,954 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 72,478 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 71,978 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 69,698 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 65,567 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 60,925 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 56,526 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 49,300 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 39,511 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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YH61 VCU is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VCU, 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 VCU registered?

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

Is YH61 VCU safe to buy?

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