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RE60 PKF

2011 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,441 mi
Last recorded79,441 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE60 PKF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 79,441 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 77,522 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 70,439 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2023 70,406 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam also can not test headlamp leveling device + headlamp washers cleaning device (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam also can not test headlamp leveling device + headlamp washers cleaning device (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 53,506 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 47,281 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 45,300 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 41,079 miles

Rear both tyres at 3mm

Pass 24 Apr 2017 36,220 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 31,333 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 26,271 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 24,543 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 16,061 miles

both front tyres very low on tread on edges

Fail 14 Jan 2014 16,042 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres very low on tread on edges

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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RE60 PKF is a 2011 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 79,465 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE60 PKF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE60 PKF registered?

RE60 PKF is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 21 January 2011.

Is RE60 PKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE60 PKF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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