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YF11 CXS

2011 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

61,800 mi
Last recorded61,800 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF11 CXS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 61,800 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Apr 2025 49,773 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 38,806 miles

Under-trays fitted front-rear

Pass 16 Oct 2023 33,556 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 23,219 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 16,724 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 16,531 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 15,146 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 15,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 13,961 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 18 Apr 2017 12,678 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2016 11,866 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2015 11,167 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 11,167 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2014 8,455 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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YF11 CXS is a 2011 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 YF11 CXS, 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 YF11 CXS registered?

YF11 CXS is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 2 June 2011.

Is YF11 CXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF11 CXS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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