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YE11 XVM

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

50,406 mi
Last recorded50,406 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE11 XVM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 50,406 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 47,192 miles

Washer jets slightly weak.

Pass 15 May 2024 42,348 miles

washer jets slightly weak

Pass 10 Dec 2022 38,185 miles

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

Nearside headlamp has condensation inside lens

washer jets slightly weak

Fail 10 Dec 2022 38,185 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside headlamp has condensation inside lens

washer jets slightly weak

Pass 7 Dec 2021 35,425 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2021 35,424 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 32,911 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 27,621 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 25,858 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 23,294 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2016 21,562 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 17,781 miles

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 XVM is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YE11 XVM, 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 XVM registered?

YE11 XVM is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 15 July 2011.

Is YE11 XVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE11 XVM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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