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YH61 CXD

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

163,422 mi
Last recorded163,422 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH61 CXD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 163,422 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 148,125 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 138,117 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2024 137,062 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 117,823 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 113,485 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 113,485 miles

Headlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 107,302 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 101,226 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 95,721 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 86,611 miles

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

engine covers and under cr covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Jan 2018 77,758 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on outter edge 245/40/19 run flat (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2017 66,965 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jan 2016 56,592 miles

two child seats limiting adult belt checks

Fail 7 Jan 2016 56,592 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

two child seats limiting adult belt checks

Pass 9 Jan 2015 48,045 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 36,914 miles

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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YH61 CXD is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YH61 CXD, 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.

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What year was YH61 CXD registered?

YH61 CXD is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 24 October 2011.

Is YH61 CXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH61 CXD shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YH61 CXD have outstanding finance?

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