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YK61 TKC

2011 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,571 mi
Last recorded83,571 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK61 TKC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 83,571 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 81,252 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2024 81,252 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 78,396 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 73,014 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 67,491 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 62,984 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2019 58,830 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 55,443 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 31 Aug 2018 55,443 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2017 51,496 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Sep 2016 45,222 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)

emissions to clean to gain a reading

Pass 15 Sep 2015 38,486 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 38,486 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pump (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 30,880 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 TKC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YK61 TKC, 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 TKC registered?

YK61 TKC is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 September 2011.

Is YK61 TKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK61 TKC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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