CarVerify

Free Car Check

HJ11 XKO

2011 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,691 mi
Last recorded103,691 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ11 XKO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 103,691 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

condensation both headlights

Pass 30 Nov 2024 97,052 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 91,543 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2023 91,543 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 91,013 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 90,956 miles

Front Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine oil leak.

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 87,092 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 87,092 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2021 82,108 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 77,293 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 66,867 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 66,867 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 49,905 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 49,635 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 43,985 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2016 38,743 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 33,213 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2014 25,411 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
Full BMW 535 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HJ11 XKO is a 2011 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HJ11 XKO, 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 HJ11 XKO?

You can check the full history of HJ11 XKO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HJ11 XKO registered?

HJ11 XKO is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 29 March 2011.

Is HJ11 XKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ11 XKO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HJ11 XKO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HJ11 XKO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.