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YE61 UPT

2011 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

171,756 mi
Last recorded171,756 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE61 UPT
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 171,756 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2024 162,415 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2023 155,563 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 147,627 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 134,990 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 124,234 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2020 124,234 miles

Offside Side repeater not working moved wires and starting working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 114,378 miles

Low emitter.

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 105,266 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 99,180 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 83,808 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 83,794 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 78,255 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 69,784 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YE61 UPT is a 2011 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YE61 UPT, 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 YE61 UPT registered?

YE61 UPT is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 1 December 2011.

Is YE61 UPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE61 UPT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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