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YE61 UPM

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,064 mi
Last recorded134,064 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE61 UPM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 134,064 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 122,232 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2025 122,230 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jan 2024 112,443 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc back plate insecure

Pass 2 Nov 2022 100,360 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 91,901 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 91,852 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275/35R19 96Y Runflat (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275/35R19 96Y Runflat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2020 88,239 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded corroded and covered in mud (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 82,307 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 75,232 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 70,498 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 66,794 miles

Offside Rear tyre wear near indicators

corrosion & wear on all brake discs

Pass 19 Nov 2015 56,621 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 44,786 miles

o/s/f tyre 2mm 0n edges

o/s/r tyre just legal on inner edge

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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YE61 UPM is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YE61 UPM, 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 YE61 UPM registered?

YE61 UPM is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 23 November 2011.

Is YE61 UPM safe to buy?

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