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YC61 NYW

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

187,138 mi
Last recorded187,138 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC61 NYW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 187,138 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 182,008 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 173,835 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside [centre tread almost at the limit and both edges worn[CHANGE ASAP] (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 156,887 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2023 156,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 140,798 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside edges wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 126,605 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 114,222 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 75,402 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 62,213 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 48,179 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 37,354 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 37,354 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 29,260 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 NYW is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NYW, 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 NYW registered?

YC61 NYW is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 13 December 2011.

Is YC61 NYW safe to buy?

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