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YC61 KZD

2011 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

181,602 mi
Last recorded181,602 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC61 KZD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2022 181,602 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 172,071 miles

Nearside Front 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))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2020 160,453 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 142,639 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 128,205 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 115,499 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 104,075 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 94,962 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 85,435 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 75,635 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 74,096 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 66,133 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2015 66,133 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 54,682 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 43,901 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 30,470 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 KZD is a 2011 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KZD, 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 YC61 KZD registered?

YC61 KZD is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 5 December 2011.

Is YC61 KZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC61 KZD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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