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YH61 CHN

2011 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

148,275 mi
Last recorded148,275 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH61 CHN
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 148,275 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 134,113 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2023 134,112 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 129,526 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ON LIMIT NOW - straight/rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ON LIMIT NOW - straight/rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 121,844 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 116,327 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Pass 20 Dec 2018 105,667 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play shocker arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 94,570 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 80,914 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 69,868 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2016 69,868 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 66,381 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 51,753 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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YH61 CHN is a 2011 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YH61 CHN, 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

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What year was YH61 CHN registered?

YH61 CHN is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 26 October 2011.

Is YH61 CHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH61 CHN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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