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GU61 XGC

2011 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

203,709 mi
Last recorded203,709 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 XGC
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 203,709 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2025 203,695 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 199,424 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2024 199,420 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 117,135 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 106,155 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022 106,155 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension bellow perishing

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Oct 2021 103,602 miles

Both rear bump stops breaking up

Pass 2 Oct 2020 100,993 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 96,280 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Oct 2019 96,280 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 88,887 miles

Both front tyres wearing low on edges

Both rear tyres wearing low

Pass 6 Oct 2017 80,130 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 71,857 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 59,722 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 44,890 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 44,890 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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GU61 XGC is a 2011 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GU61 XGC, 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 GU61 XGC?

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What year was GU61 XGC registered?

GU61 XGC is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 24 October 2011.

Is GU61 XGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU61 XGC shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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