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YK11 ZRU

2011 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

139,991 mi
Last recorded139,991 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK11 ZRU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2022 139,991 miles

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

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

Oil Level low

Pass 21 Dec 2021 128,703 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 128,619 miles

Brake performance not tested Due to risk of damage to the vehicle and/or brake test equipment. (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 119,011 miles

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

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

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

nearside/offside rear brake discs due for replacement/worn

stonechip to windsreen centre area

Fail 15 Dec 2020 119,011 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

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

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

stonechip to windsreen centre area

Pass 15 Jun 2019 108,235 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 98,911 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 89,369 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 78,871 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 66,770 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

raer prop dougnut perished

Pass 14 Mar 2014 51,823 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 ZRU is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ZRU, 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 ZRU registered?

YK11 ZRU is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 March 2011.

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The MOT history for YK11 ZRU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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