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LT61 UYL

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

84,987 mi
Last recorded84,987 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT61 UYL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 84,987 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2025 83,055 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2024 80,218 miles

front brake discs lipped & worn

nearside front tyre perished up.

offside front tyre worn on edges (bold)

rear brake disc's corroded on edges.

Pass 14 Aug 2023 77,001 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 71,176 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 66,329 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 3 Aug 2020 64,338 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Aug 2020 64,338 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim too high both sides, (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 61,180 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 56,404 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 49,488 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 45,374 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 37,902 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing thin on outter eddge

Pass 12 Aug 2014 32,457 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions (smoke meter does not read signal)

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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LT61 UYL is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey 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 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 LT61 UYL, 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 LT61 UYL registered?

LT61 UYL is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is LT61 UYL safe to buy?

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