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YC61 LWY

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

154,258 mi
Last recorded154,258 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC61 LWY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 154,258 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres slightly worn edges 245/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 150,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight damage to outer sidewall 245/40/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 147,828 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 143,643 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damage 245/40/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 138,997 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2022 138,997 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 132,977 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2020 127,300 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2020 127,300 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 114,215 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 102,252 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 86,918 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 77,845 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 48,242 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 21,601 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 LWY is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black 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 YC61 LWY, 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 LWY registered?

YC61 LWY is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is YC61 LWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC61 LWY 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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