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YH61 VPV

2011 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

122,310 mi
Last recorded122,310 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH61 VPV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 122,310 miles

plastic under trays fitted covering various components

Pass 24 Feb 2023 109,962 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2023 109,684 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 98,473 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 87,922 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2021 87,862 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measuring at 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measuring at 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 80,668 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 70,398 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 59,002 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 49,992 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 48,155 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2015 40,288 miles

Under-trays Fitted Obscuring Some Underside Components

Pass 19 Sep 2014 32,431 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 VPV is a 2011 BMW 530 in Green 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 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 VPV, 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 VPV?

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What year was YH61 VPV registered?

YH61 VPV is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 28 October 2011.

Is YH61 VPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH61 VPV 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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