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AK61 URV

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,050 mi
Last recorded80,050 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 URV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 80,050 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Nov 2023 80,020 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275/40/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 65,021 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2021 59,755 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 57,048 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 54,665 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 49,242 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 49,234 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 44,746 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 40,590 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 35,963 miles

nail in nsr tyre

stone chip zone b

Pass 12 Nov 2014 31,314 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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AK61 URV is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AK61 URV, 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 AK61 URV registered?

AK61 URV is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is AK61 URV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 URV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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