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YK11 UVT

2011 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

152,706 mi
Last recorded152,706 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK11 UVT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 152,706 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 145,847 miles

Front tyres scuffing on edges

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

Pass 4 Mar 2024 140,582 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))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 135,378 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 128,330 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 121,952 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 115,914 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 100,987 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 86,777 miles

Nearside Front tyre devoid of read outer edge

Offside Front tyre devoid of tread outer edge

Fail 24 Feb 2018 86,777 miles

Nearside Front tyre devoid of read outer edge

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front tyre devoid of tread outer edge

Pass 17 Feb 2017 70,198 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 70,198 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Feb 2016 52,313 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 37,191 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 21,403 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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YK11 UVT is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel 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 YK11 UVT, 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 YK11 UVT registered?

YK11 UVT is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 March 2011.

Is YK11 UVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK11 UVT 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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