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YD61 XWJ

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,981 mi
Last recorded120,981 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD61 XWJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2026 120,981 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 112,703 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 107,412 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 99,194 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 94,165 miles

Front and rear anti roll bars corroded

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

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Control arm bushes perishing (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear brake discs corroded inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear brake pads wearing low inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension bump stops deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 89,837 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2020 86,294 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear diff input seal slight weep (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside front tyre valve cracked

Pass 1 Feb 2019 80,204 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 74,046 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 66,778 miles

All 4 tyres worn on inner edge

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Both front lower arms (2.4.G.2)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Both front lower arms (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 59,186 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 41,319 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YD61 XWJ is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YD61 XWJ, 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 YD61 XWJ registered?

YD61 XWJ is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 6 October 2011.

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