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AO61 ERX

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,431 mi
Last recorded151,431 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO61 ERX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2026 151,431 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 143,660 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 136,764 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 127,789 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 113,786 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2021 104,163 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 91,659 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 77,764 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone A + Outside Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 67,221 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 58,122 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 53,729 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 51,677 miles

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

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

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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AO61 ERX 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 100%.

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 AO61 ERX, 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 AO61 ERX registered?

AO61 ERX is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 14 November 2011.

Is AO61 ERX safe to buy?

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