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BMW 1 SERIES2011 · 2.0L DIESEL

BA08 AGE

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2011 BMW 1 SERIES is a DIESEL vehicle with a 1995cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is taxed for road use. The latest recorded mileage is 97,997.

MOT
Valid
Expires 11/08/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/09/2026
Fuel
DIESEL
Year
2011
Engine
1995cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. The most recent inspection conducted on 12 August 2025 at 97,997 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety and emissions standards. While a failure occurred in July 2024, the immediate rectification and subsequent pass the following day suggest the owner is proactive in addressing identified mechanical faults. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per annum. Data shows a steady progression from 77,931 miles in August 2022 to nearly 98,000 miles in late 2025. There is no evidence of erratic usage or long periods of inactivity that typically lead to seal degradation or brake corrosion. The 9,000-mile interval between the July 2024 and August 2025 tests reflects regular driving cycles which generally benefits the health of engine and exhaust components. A physical inspection should focus on components common to the BMW 1 Series at this mileage bracket. Given the clean results in the last two tests, the tester likely found no immediate structural corrosion or binding calipers. However, the buyer should still inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of wear, as these often perish over time regardless of mileage. Checking the underbody for oil leaks and verifying the condition of the brake discs is advisable, as the MOT does not assess for fluid leaks or minor surface rust unless they reach a failure threshold.

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75
/ 100 · Good

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

MOT data last updated: 6/22/2026, 4:41:54 PM

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. The most recent inspection conducted on 12 August 2025 at 97,997 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety and emissions standards. While a failure occurred in July 2024, the immediate rectification and subsequent pass the following day suggest the owner is proactive in addressing identified mechanical faults. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per annum. Data shows a steady progression from 77,931 miles in August 2022 to nearly 98,000 miles in late 2025. There is no evidence of erratic usage or long periods of inactivity that typically lead to seal degradation or brake corrosion. The 9,000-mile interval between the July 2024 and August 2025 tests reflects regular driving cycles which generally benefits the health of engine and exhaust components. A physical inspection should focus on components common to the BMW 1 Series at this mileage bracket. Given the clean results in the last two tests, the tester likely found no immediate structural corrosion or binding calipers. However, the buyer should still inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of wear, as these often perish over time regardless of mileage. Checking the underbody for oil leaks and verifying the condition of the brake discs is advisable, as the MOT does not assess for fluid leaks or minor surface rust unless they reach a failure threshold.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this BMW 1 Series (BA08 AGE) from 2011 show a total of 5 MOT tests between August 2022 and August 2025.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 80% of its MOT tests, totaling 4 passes against 1 fails. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 8 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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