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YE11 DFK

2011 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

169,837 mi
Last recorded169,837 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE11 DFK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2026 169,837 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 May 2025 162,491 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2024 155,183 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2023 146,227 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 141,930 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 137,263 miles

Under-tray fitted, restricting view of components.

Pass 30 Apr 2020 133,968 miles

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

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

Under-tray fitted, restricting view of components.

Pass 29 Apr 2019 121,748 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 May 2018 106,445 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 92,096 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 76,794 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 59,154 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 42,565 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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YE11 DFK is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YE11 DFK, 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 YE11 DFK registered?

YE11 DFK is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 May 2011.

Is YE11 DFK safe to buy?

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