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YH11 GVD

2011 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

147,539 mi
Last recorded147,539 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH11 GVD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 147,539 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 136,567 miles

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

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

rear diff bushes sightly worn

Pass 13 Sep 2024 132,181 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 114,887 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 29 Aug 2023 114,887 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 104,968 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 97,528 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 92,340 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 82,084 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 76,244 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 63,331 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 49,902 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 38,053 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 37,086 miles

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

both front wipers smearing

Pass 14 May 2014 28,913 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 GVD is a 2011 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GVD, 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 GVD registered?

YH11 GVD is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 16 May 2011.

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