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YH61 PPV

2011 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,013 mi
Last recorded167,013 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH61 PPV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2025 167,013 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2024 158,848 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 147,031 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 138,816 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 131,992 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 115,202 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 98,549 miles

Nearside headlamp damage

Pass 12 Apr 2017 81,567 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 68,508 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 67,441 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear metal dust caps seized

Pass 29 Sep 2014 58,998 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 50,400 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 PPV is a 2011 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PPV, 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 YH61 PPV?

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What year was YH61 PPV registered?

YH61 PPV is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 13 October 2011.

Is YH61 PPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH61 PPV shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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