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YF11 VMH

2011 BMW 535

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

124,334 mi
Last recorded124,334 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF11 VMH
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 124,334 miles

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 21 Aug 2024 118,225 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 113,740 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 109,501 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 109,500 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 103,490 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 96,992 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 80,146 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 74,594 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 63,418 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 63,216 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer shoulder

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre wearing on outer shoulder

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2015 49,446 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 38,747 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 34,759 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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 VMH is a 2011 BMW 535 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VMH, 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 VMH registered?

YF11 VMH is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 19 July 2011.

Is YF11 VMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF11 VMH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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