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YE61 VVA

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,626 mi
Last recorded113,626 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 113,626 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 113,626 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2017 97,583 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 81,468 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small chip (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 64,477 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 46,993 miles

Both rear tyre inner edges devoid of tread

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 VVA is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VVA, 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 VVA registered?

YE61 VVA is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 29 December 2011.

Is YE61 VVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE61 VVA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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