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YK61 SZZ

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

139,230 mi
Last recorded139,230 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK61 SZZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 139,230 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 15 Feb 2025 135,796 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 12 Feb 2024 132,381 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 13 Feb 2023 127,537 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 11 Feb 2023 127,521 miles

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

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 24 Feb 2022 121,840 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2022 121,838 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

ENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 18 Feb 2021 119,016 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 10 Feb 2020 115,834 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 8 Mar 2019 103,499 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 15 Feb 2018 84,436 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint REAR (2.4.G.2)

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 9 Mar 2017 78,301 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 49,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre split in rim protector but not exceeding 25mm

Pass 2 Sep 2014 36,747 miles

full under tray fitted

n/s/r child seat fitted, belt not tested

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 SZZ is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SZZ, 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 YK61 SZZ?

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What year was YK61 SZZ registered?

YK61 SZZ is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 12 September 2011.

Is YK61 SZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK61 SZZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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