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OV11 YVT

2011 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,435 mi
Last recorded170,435 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV11 YVT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 170,435 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 154,974 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 144,003 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 129,815 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 115,809 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 105,044 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 94,410 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front lower [back joints] (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 80,183 miles

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

Large undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Nearside Rear Airbag bulging recommend attention/replacement

Pass 17 Mar 2018 66,012 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2017 55,595 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 36,987 miles

large under body trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 7 May 2015 28,443 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2014 21,248 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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OV11 YVT is a 2011 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OV11 YVT, 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.

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What year was OV11 YVT registered?

OV11 YVT is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 2 June 2011.

Is OV11 YVT safe to buy?

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