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OY61 UUV

2011 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

148,223 mi
Last recorded148,223 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY61 UUV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 148,223 miles

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

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

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

manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Fail 4 Jun 2026 148,221 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Fail 14 Apr 2026 148,195 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 4 Apr 2025 140,051 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 137,098 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 133,630 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 126,031 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 117,544 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 115,573 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 112,998 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 108,546 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 100,027 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 90,667 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 78,269 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 78,269 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Both front tyres inner edges devoid of tread

Pass 11 Sep 2015 58,272 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 58,272 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 35,981 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 15,107 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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OY61 UUV is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OY61 UUV, 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 OY61 UUV registered?

OY61 UUV is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 14 September 2011.

Is OY61 UUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY61 UUV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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