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YC11 VEO

2011 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,450 mi
Last recorded156,450 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC11 VEO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 156,450 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2021 156,447 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 152,255 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 132,956 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 110,480 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 110,396 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 110,396 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both rear brake discs worn

Pass 29 Apr 2017 97,405 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2017 97,405 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear coil spring broken both (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 12 May 2016 66,320 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 44,454 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 33,292 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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YC11 VEO is a 2011 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 85,846 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 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC11 VEO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 530 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YC11 VEO registered?

YC11 VEO is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 13 May 2011.

Is YC11 VEO safe to buy?

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