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YW61 HFG

2011 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,737 mi
Last recorded109,737 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 1 Series68,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW61 HFG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,970cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 109,737 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 60,392 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 60,259 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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YW61 HFG is a 2011 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YW61 HFG, 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

How do I check the history of YW61 HFG?

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What year was YW61 HFG registered?

YW61 HFG is a 2011 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is YW61 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YW61 HFG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YW61 HFG have outstanding finance?

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