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YH11 GTU

2011 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

158,729 mi
Last recorded158,729 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2020
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH11 GTU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2020 158,729 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 156,305 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 154,074 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 150,187 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 139,288 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 114,455 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 114,455 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 90,897 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2014 72,035 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 GTU is a 2011 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YH11 GTU, 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 YH11 GTU?

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What year was YH11 GTU registered?

YH11 GTU is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 20 April 2011.

Is YH11 GTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH11 GTU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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