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YC61 TTF

2011 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,707 mi
Last recorded149,707 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 149,707 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 142,828 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 140,606 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 134,355 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 128,424 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 122,823 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 113,596 miles

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

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

divers wiper blade has split ends

Fail 3 Dec 2019 113,229 miles

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

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

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

divers wiper blade has split ends

Pass 3 Dec 2018 97,146 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2018 97,146 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 83,131 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 73,972 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 61,979 miles

Nearside front tyre cut on outer wall but not deep to cords

Fail 3 Dec 2015 61,979 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front tyre cut on outer wall but not deep to cords

Fail 28 Nov 2015 61,770 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 47,383 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 TTF is a 2011 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TTF, 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

How do I check the history of YC61 TTF?

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What year was YC61 TTF registered?

YC61 TTF is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 9 November 2011.

Is YC61 TTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC61 TTF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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