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AF61 XEM

2011 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

201,745 mi
Last recorded201,745 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 XEM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2022 201,745 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 183,651 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 183,599 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 160,496 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 133,285 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 121,002 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 100,018 miles

diesel emission tested but no reading recorded.

Pass 29 Oct 2016 70,601 miles

diesel emission tested but no reading recorded.

Pass 2 Nov 2015 59,854 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 58,865 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front windscreen damaged within the swept area

Front windscreen wiper blades worn

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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AF61 XEM is a 2011 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2011 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 79,465 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF61 XEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF61 XEM?

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What year was AF61 XEM registered?

AF61 XEM is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 12 September 2011.

Is AF61 XEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 XEM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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