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YF11 DHM

2011 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

131,498 mi
Last recorded131,498 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 131,498 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2023 124,177 miles

Nearside Front headlamp has small amount of condensation

Pass 20 Aug 2022 117,985 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

full underbody tray fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Sep 2021 111,916 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 104,000 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 96,303 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 96,300 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 84,238 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 72,981 miles

washer pipe leaking at joint

Fail 5 Sep 2017 72,978 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

washer pipe leaking at joint

Pass 25 Nov 2016 71,881 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 62,685 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear uneven wear (has grove on inside edge)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 51,262 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2015 51,261 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 45,063 miles

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 DHM is a 2011 BMW 535 in Black 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 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 79,465 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DHM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YF11 DHM registered?

YF11 DHM is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 22 June 2011.

Is YF11 DHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF11 DHM 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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