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AK61 ZFA

2011 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,714 mi
Last recorded113,714 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 ZFA
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 113,714 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 104,317 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 92,864 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under-tray fitted at the time of the test

Pass 7 Jan 2023 87,396 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Dec 2021 78,213 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 78,213 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

brake pad warning light is on

Pass 30 Dec 2020 71,765 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 64,059 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner surfaces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 63,630 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 63,630 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 63,277 miles

Front tyres wearing low on outer edges

Pass 9 Dec 2016 61,186 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2015 58,795 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 58,795 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 55,026 miles

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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AK61 ZFA is a 2011 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK61 ZFA, 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

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What year was AK61 ZFA registered?

AK61 ZFA is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 6 December 2011.

Is AK61 ZFA safe to buy?

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