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YC11 WRJ

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

122,093 mi
Last recorded122,093 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC11 WRJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 122,093 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024 113,704 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 105,188 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2023 105,132 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 95,158 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 87,562 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 87,562 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 81,446 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 73,204 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 64,696 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 59,641 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 57,505 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 55,938 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 53,425 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge and tyre tread depth approx 2.5mm.

Pass 17 Jun 2014 46,025 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 WRJ is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WRJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC11 WRJ registered?

YC11 WRJ is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 21 June 2011.

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The MOT history for YC11 WRJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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