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WV61 OCO

2011 BMW 535

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

121,761 mi
Last recorded121,761 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV61 OCO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 121,761 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2024 107,462 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 92,571 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 77,357 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 60,329 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2020 50,493 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 46,075 miles

Front wipers smearing

Pass 14 Nov 2018 37,853 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 33,015 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 27,001 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 27,000 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Dec 2015 22,782 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 18,220 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)

Pass 31 Dec 2013 12,594 miles

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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WV61 OCO is a 2011 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WV61 OCO, 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 WV61 OCO registered?

WV61 OCO is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 7 December 2011.

Is WV61 OCO safe to buy?

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