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YK61 PVO

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

96,373 mi
Last recorded96,373 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK61 PVO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2023 96,373 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 90,546 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 84,385 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 79,188 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 72,863 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 66,072 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 60,165 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 60,165 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and o/s/f (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 57,180 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 37,837 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 15,680 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 3,685 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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YK61 PVO is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YK61 PVO, 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 YK61 PVO registered?

YK61 PVO is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 September 2011.

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The MOT history for YK61 PVO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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