2011 BMW X1 2.0L Diesel · SH61 OPN
2011 BMW X1 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 21 Nov 2011. Recorded mileage 50,361 miles. MOT valid until 08 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW X1
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (12 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,361 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.
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SH61 OPN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 09/03/2026
- 50,361 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SH61 OPN 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 (SH61 OPN) between August 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 March 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: Suspension (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
SH61 OPN Mileage History
- 30/08/202333,723 mi
- 05/06/202433,737 mi+14 mi
- 07/06/202433,741 mi+4 mi
- 28/02/202539,416 mi+5,675 mi
- 09/03/202650,361 mi+10,945 mi
Average of roughly 6,590 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
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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