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YK61 OBF

2011 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

105,613 mi
Last recorded105,613 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK61 OBF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 105,613 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 95,391 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 92,722 miles

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear shocker bump stops are worn

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 86,940 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2022 86,939 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 81,081 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 74,065 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 70,377 miles

both rear shocker covers off

Pass 19 Feb 2019 60,629 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Feb 2018 51,345 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 42,777 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Feb 2016 30,876 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 30,139 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 23,517 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 OBF is a 2011 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YK61 OBF, 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 OBF registered?

YK61 OBF is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 22 September 2011.

Is YK61 OBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK61 OBF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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