2011 BMW X1 2.0L Diesel · K8 LXB
2011 BMW X1 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 13 Oct 2011. Recorded mileage 91,678 miles. MOT valid until 06 Sept 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW X1
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,678 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K8 LXB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/08/2026
- 91,678 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
K8 LXB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 BMW X1 (K8 LXB) between August 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
K8 LXB Mileage History
- 25/08/202278,770 mi
- 21/08/202382,006 mi+3,236 mi
- 08/08/202484,530 mi+2,524 mi
- 02/09/202589,016 mi+4,486 mi
- 11/08/202691,678 mi+2,662 mi
Average of roughly 3,258 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW X1 (E84)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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