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LX61 YWN

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

162,904 mi
Last recorded162,904 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX61 YWN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 162,904 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 152,906 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 142,943 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 142,943 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 135,239 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 125,782 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 108,178 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front jacking mount missing

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2021 108,178 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front jacking mount missing

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 97,765 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 80,957 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 68,333 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 62,936 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 53,260 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 41,181 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 29,241 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LX61 YWN is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LX61 YWN, 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 LX61 YWN registered?

LX61 YWN is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 22 September 2011.

Is LX61 YWN safe to buy?

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