2011 BMW X1 2.0L Diesel · OHG 2
2011 BMW X1 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 22 Nov 2011. Recorded mileage 111,125 miles. MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW X1
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,125 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
OHG 2 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 14/01/2026
- 111,125 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
OHG 2 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 (OHG 2) between November 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 January 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: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
OHG 2 Mileage History
- 05/11/202286,718 mi
- 15/11/202392,473 mi+5,755 mi
- 16/01/202599,190 mi+6,717 mi
- 14/01/2026111,125 mi+11,935 mi
- 14/01/2026111,125 mi
Average of roughly 7,645 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW X1 (E84)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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