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YF11 CVD

2011 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

181,285 mi
Last recorded181,285 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF11 CVD
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 181,285 miles

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

engine, under trays and floor covers fitted

rear subframe bushes deteriorated

towing electrics stode away at time of test.

Fail 26 Jan 2026 181,279 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working angel eye inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

engine, under trays and floor covers fitted

rear subframe bushes deteriorated

towing electrics stode away at time of test.

Pass 16 Dec 2024 174,788 miles

engine covered in oil

Fail 13 Nov 2024 174,769 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 165,382 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 165,374 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2022 150,037 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2022 150,019 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 135,346 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2021 135,346 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 125,794 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 119,304 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 113,576 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 101,977 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 75,034 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 53,593 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 53,593 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake pad warning light on

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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YF11 CVD is a 2011 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YF11 CVD, 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 YF11 CVD registered?

YF11 CVD is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 21 June 2011.

Is YF11 CVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF11 CVD shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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