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YK11 VWW

2011 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,081 mi
Last recorded152,081 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK11 VWW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 152,081 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 145,225 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 137,023 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 130,552 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 120,747 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 106,570 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jul 2020 106,535 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 97,298 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 89,255 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 89,245 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated wire broken (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 87,248 miles

Nearside Front pad sensor wire broken

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Mar 2017 80,578 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 71,938 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 71,938 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 63,620 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2014 49,515 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YK11 VWW is a 2011 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YK11 VWW, 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 YK11 VWW registered?

YK11 VWW is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 8 March 2011.

Is YK11 VWW safe to buy?

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