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AV11 VRW

2011 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

188,389 mi
Last recorded188,389 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV11 VRW
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 188,389 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 185,352 miles

Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertray fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2024 181,154 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 176,038 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 167,296 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 156,367 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 148,084 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 141,466 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 134,902 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 May 2018 134,902 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 123,625 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 171,402 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 94,232 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 89,223 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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AV11 VRW is a 2011 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AV11 VRW, 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 AV11 VRW?

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What year was AV11 VRW registered?

AV11 VRW is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 3 June 2011.

Is AV11 VRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV11 VRW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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