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YE11 WUB

2011 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

146,631 mi
Last recorded146,631 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE11 WUB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 146,631 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 135,677 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 117,783 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2023 117,783 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 103,752 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear both sides in four disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear in both sides - four wheel brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Aug 2022 103,752 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear both sides in four disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear in both sides - four wheel brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 89,570 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 86,685 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Very slight lift in ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 82,484 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 78,877 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Aug 2017 74,733 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 71,279 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 66,420 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 61,693 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Jan 2014 54,185 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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YE11 WUB is a 2011 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 79,465 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YE11 WUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YE11 WUB registered?

YE11 WUB is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 15 June 2011.

Is YE11 WUB safe to buy?

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