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VN11 TNU

2011 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

182,243 mi
Last recorded182,243 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN11 TNU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 May 2026 182,243 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 179,591 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 167,983 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 160,903 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 155,338 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 145,161 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 138,868 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 125,539 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread getting low

Pass 21 Feb 2017 114,535 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 95,760 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

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

Pass 26 May 2015 75,107 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 56,741 miles

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

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

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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VN11 TNU is a 2011 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VN11 TNU, 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 VN11 TNU registered?

VN11 TNU is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 26 May 2011.

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