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YD61 ZFM

2011 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

156,471 mi
Last recorded156,471 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD61 ZFM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 156,471 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 145,646 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 131,278 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 118,649 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 115,051 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 114,086 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 114,086 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 98,688 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 86,158 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 73,443 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 59,151 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 50,050 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 50,050 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 38,159 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 38,089 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 27,397 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 ZFM 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 81.3%.

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 YD61 ZFM, 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 ZFM registered?

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

Is YD61 ZFM safe to buy?

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