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VU11 HFW

2011 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,872 mi
Last recorded113,872 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU11 HFW
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 113,872 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 111,256 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 109,005 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 106,101 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 102,536 miles

emissions to clean to register

Pass 16 Dec 2020 98,287 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 85,619 miles

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

covers fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2018 77,996 miles

rear tyres wearing close to wear indficaters

slight play in n/s/f lower ball joint

Pass 3 Jul 2017 69,577 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 60,911 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 60,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge[central 3/4] (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 275/30/20 97Y (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jun 2016 60,697 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged cords exposed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 275/30/20 93Y (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 275/30/20 97Y (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 49,508 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 49,508 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Jun 2014 40,386 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2014 40,386 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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VU11 HFW is a 2011 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 VU11 HFW, 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 VU11 HFW registered?

VU11 HFW is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 6 June 2011.

Is VU11 HFW safe to buy?

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