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AJ60 HMZ

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

230,115 mi
Last recorded230,115 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ60 HMZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 230,115 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Oct 2025 230,113 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator both (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 213,501 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 200,959 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2022 186,478 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 170,293 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2020 152,296 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 145,227 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 140,462 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 140,358 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 134,333 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 128,999 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 123,355 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 115,245 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 91,472 miles

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

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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AJ60 HMZ is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AJ60 HMZ, 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 AJ60 HMZ registered?

AJ60 HMZ is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 20 January 2011.

Is AJ60 HMZ safe to buy?

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