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YF61 VGU

2011 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,453 mi
Last recorded139,453 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2019
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF61 VGU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2019 139,453 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 125,655 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 202,210 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2017 111,695 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear suspension airbag has a very slight leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Dec 2016 97,703 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 80,067 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 80,067 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 60,500 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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YF61 VGU is a 2011 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YF61 VGU, 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

How do I check the history of YF61 VGU?

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What year was YF61 VGU registered?

YF61 VGU is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 23 December 2011.

Is YF61 VGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF61 VGU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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