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YC61 KWZ

2011 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

186,851 mi
Last recorded186,851 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC61 KWZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 186,851 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 184,838 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Mar 2025 184,836 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side front arms (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all 4 and near side rear has cords showing (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 167,879 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 150,193 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 128,872 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 112,717 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 93,468 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 77,863 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 60,941 miles

Both front lower ball joints have slight play

Child seat fitted preventing inspection of seat and seat belt

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Rear brake pads are getting low

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 16 Nov 2016 45,088 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 33,933 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 21,809 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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YC61 KWZ is a 2011 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 YC61 KWZ, 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 YC61 KWZ registered?

YC61 KWZ is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 21 November 2011.

Is YC61 KWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC61 KWZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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