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YC60 VCN

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

118,099 mi
Last recorded118,099 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC60 VCN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 118,099 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 109,172 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 104,374 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2024 104,341 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Feb 2023 99,109 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 28 Jan 2023 99,089 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2022 92,884 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 83,512 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Less than 1/4 remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Less than half remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jan 2021 83,512 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Less than 1/4 remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively X2 Sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Less than half remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 82,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1/4 approx. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 78,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1/4 approx. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm!! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 73,168 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 66,617 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 56,336 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 52,732 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 47,673 miles

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

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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YC60 VCN is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YC60 VCN, 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 YC60 VCN registered?

YC60 VCN is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 11 January 2011.

Is YC60 VCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC60 VCN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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