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GL61 YHV

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,981 mi
Last recorded157,981 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL61 YHV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2025 157,981 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 145,137 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 139,751 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2022 133,077 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 128,147 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 127,585 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 125,897 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 118,808 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 106,697 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front disc slight lipped

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front disc slight lipped

Pass 7 Nov 2016 90,259 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 71,381 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2014 50,025 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise wipers worn

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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GL61 YHV is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2011 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 85,846 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL61 YHV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 530 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL61 YHV registered?

GL61 YHV is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 8 November 2011.

Is GL61 YHV safe to buy?

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