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YE61 YDF

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,749 mi
Last recorded155,749 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2025 155,749 miles

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

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

Slight corrosion: Exhaust, Front & Rear anti roll bars

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 149,136 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 136,579 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 129,049 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 117,349 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 107,072 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 94,002 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 84,067 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

nsf tyre wearing on inner edge

osf tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 20 Feb 2017 71,961 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 60,015 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 47,319 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2014 35,955 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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YE61 YDF is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YDF, 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 YDF registered?

YE61 YDF is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 7 December 2011.

Is YE61 YDF safe to buy?

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