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17 DS

2011 BMW 530

Gold Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,944 mi
Last recorded63,944 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration17 DS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 63,944 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 61,340 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 58,387 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 54,909 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 51,790 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge215/50r18 100y (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 46,612 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 46,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/50r18 100w run flat (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Oct 2019 41,142 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 35,938 miles

245/50r18 100y run flat p7

Front front discs have wear on inner surfaces

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear brake discs are slightly lipped

Pass 17 Oct 2017 31,849 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 26,415 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 22,078 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 17,683 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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17 DS is a 2011 BMW 530 in Gold with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 17 DS, 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 17 DS?

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What year was 17 DS registered?

17 DS is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 8 November 2011.

Is 17 DS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 17 DS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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