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YE61 URF

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

93,713 mi
Last recorded93,713 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 93,713 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 23 Oct 2020 93,713 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2019 87,077 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center down to 3.mm rest on 8mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center down to 3.mm rest 8.mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 4 Nov 2019 87,075 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pump fault filters blocked? (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn full arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure marked area (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine cover and under trays fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center down to 3.mm rest on 8mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center down to 3.mm rest 8.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 81,498 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 80,132 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 80,132 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 72,227 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 60,943 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 51,265 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 37,707 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 URF is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 YE61 URF, 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

How do I check the history of YE61 URF?

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What year was YE61 URF registered?

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

Is YE61 URF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE61 URF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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