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YK11 WYJ

2011 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

103,487 mi
Last recorded103,487 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK11 WYJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 103,487 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2025 103,487 miles

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

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

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 96,749 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side 245/35/18 Bridgestone Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Dec 2024 96,749 miles

Inner Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side 245/35/18 Bridgestone Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 88,630 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 79,222 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 70,119 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 70,112 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 65,380 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 56,655 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 50,557 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 50,536 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 16 May 2017 41,539 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 46,790 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2016 38,982 miles

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

both front tyres rubber starting to crack / split

Pass 11 May 2015 32,678 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 24,704 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 WYJ is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YK11 WYJ, 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.

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What year was YK11 WYJ registered?

YK11 WYJ is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 March 2011.

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