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YK61 KUH

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

150,400 mi
Last recorded150,400 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK61 KUH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 150,400 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2025 143,039 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

undertray and covers fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2024 131,343 miles

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2023 122,594 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2023 122,491 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2022 116,223 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 111,280 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2019 105,876 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2019 105,876 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2019 95,593 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 80,661 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 70,917 miles

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

rear differential bush split

Pass 13 Jan 2016 56,800 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 56,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jan 2015 45,429 miles

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

No emissions detected during emissions test.

Pass 19 Dec 2013 30,861 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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YK61 KUH is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black 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 YK61 KUH, 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 YK61 KUH registered?

YK61 KUH is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 2 September 2011.

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