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DT 51

2011 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

127,804 mi
Last recorded127,804 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDT 51
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 127,804 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 124,767 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 119,827 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 114,130 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 106,044 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 96,185 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 96,185 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 89,844 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 81,413 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 73,765 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 64,289 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 56,588 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 43,666 miles

off side rear tyre 3mm

Pass 28 Feb 2014 34,170 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DT 51 is a 2011 BMW 535 in Blue 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 DT 51, 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 DT 51?

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What year was DT 51 registered?

DT 51 is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 25 February 2011.

Is DT 51 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DT 51 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.

Does DT 51 have outstanding finance?

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