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YF61 UCM

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

157,548 mi
Last recorded157,548 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF61 UCM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 157,548 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 151,306 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2023 145,296 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 137,930 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2022 137,928 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 130,397 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 130,397 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 122,173 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 115,115 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 106,969 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 5 Dec 2017 93,730 miles

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

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

Offside rear tyre is worn on inner edge.

Pass 7 Dec 2016 81,287 miles

under trays fitted all under vehicle

Pass 26 Nov 2015 60,519 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 60,507 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 45,391 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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YF61 UCM is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey 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 YF61 UCM, 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

How do I check the history of YF61 UCM?

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What year was YF61 UCM registered?

YF61 UCM is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 22 November 2011.

Is YF61 UCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF61 UCM 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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