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YF61 CVB

2011 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

122,914 mi
Last recorded122,914 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW X578,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF61 CVB
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 122,914 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 117,346 miles

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 107,545 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 97,541 miles

gearbox sub-frame/corrosion

Fail 18 Nov 2022 97,541 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears, inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

gearbox sub-frame/corrosion

Pass 10 Nov 2021 89,999 miles

rear gearbox mounting holed/corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2020 85,669 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 80,344 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 80,341 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 74,570 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 65,156 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 55,050 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 45,112 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 44,378 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre wall cracked (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre wall cracked (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 44,378 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 32,040 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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YF61 CVB is a 2011 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 78,686 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 X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YF61 CVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 15 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YF61 CVB?

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What year was YF61 CVB registered?

YF61 CVB is a 2011 BMW X5, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is YF61 CVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF61 CVB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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