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YC61 MJO

2011 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

246,255 mi
Last recorded246,255 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC61 MJO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 246,255 miles

Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 244,462 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 225,219 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 208,308 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 190,204 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 178,052 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2019 178,052 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 166,032 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 151,281 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 132,670 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 104,578 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 80,286 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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YC61 MJO is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 97,028 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC61 MJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YC61 MJO registered?

YC61 MJO is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is YC61 MJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC61 MJO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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