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A1 GXU

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

129,255 mi
Last recorded129,255 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 GXU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 129,255 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 122,724 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 117,465 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 110,469 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm)(Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 105,042 miles

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

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 98,710 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 88,866 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 77,523 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Feb 2018 77,511 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front tyre worn badly on inside edge

Pass 5 Jan 2017 69,159 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 57,443 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 47,127 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 35,909 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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A1 GXU is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black 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 A1 GXU, 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 A1 GXU registered?

A1 GXU is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 7 January 2011.

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