2011 BMW X1 2.0L Diesel · KV11 ABF
2011 BMW X1 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 19 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 141,858 miles. MOT valid until 14 Nov 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW X1
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Nov 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,858 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KV11 ABF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2026
- 141,858 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KV11 ABF 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 (KV11 ABF) between November 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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.
KV11 ABF Mileage History
- 03/11/2023117,716 mi
- 07/11/2024127,247 mi+9,531 mi
- 07/11/2025134,525 mi+7,278 mi
- 07/11/2025134,525 mi
- 27/10/2026141,858 mi+7,333 mi
Average of roughly 8,096 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW X1 (E84)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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