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LM61 YJH

2011 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

215,311 mi
Last recorded215,311 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM61 YJH
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022 215,311 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 203,817 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides ()

Fail 8 Dec 2021 203,812 miles

Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides ()

Pass 11 Dec 2020 191,408 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 183,106 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 164,527 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2017 134,080 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 112,938 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 95,358 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 75,681 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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LM61 YJH is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2011 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 97,028 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM61 YJH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM61 YJH registered?

LM61 YJH is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is LM61 YJH safe to buy?

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