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YH11 FBA

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

152,839 mi
Last recorded152,839 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH11 FBA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 152,839 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 131,219 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 126,934 miles

Advise front inner b/pads low

Advise rear b/pads low

Pass 18 Oct 2022 123,218 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 118,779 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 113,169 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 108,581 miles

Advise baby seats fitted to rear belts not checked

Pass 20 Apr 2018 101,878 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2018 101,871 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 85,715 miles

Rear both rear tyres worn on inside edges.

Fail 21 Apr 2017 85,631 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 70,221 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 51,617 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Apr 2015 50,626 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 33,900 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YH11 FBA 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 80%.

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

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 YH11 FBA, 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

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What year was YH11 FBA registered?

YH11 FBA is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 28 April 2011.

Is YH11 FBA safe to buy?

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