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YE11 FMJ

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

195,523 mi
Last recorded195,523 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2021
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE11 FMJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2021 195,523 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 181,953 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 161,566 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 159,852 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 158,686 miles

oil leak

Pass 18 May 2016 157,302 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s o/s rear (3.5.1i)

nail n/s rear tyre

Fail 18 May 2016 157,302 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

brake pad warning light on

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s o/s rear slightly worn/lipped (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 May 2015 118,823 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear trim under bumper missing

Pass 16 May 2014 77,868 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 May 2014 77,868 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YE11 FMJ is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YE11 FMJ, 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.

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What year was YE11 FMJ registered?

YE11 FMJ is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 20 May 2011.

Is YE11 FMJ safe to buy?

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