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AU61 GFZ

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

161,368 mi
Last recorded161,368 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU61 GFZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 161,368 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak further investigation required

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

Pass 16 Jun 2023 139,726 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 132,938 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 128,960 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 121,016 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Jun 2019 115,476 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 110,910 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement torque/reaction arm bush close to limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement torque/reaction arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leak front

Fail 9 May 2018 110,891 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2017 86,394 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 58,869 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2016 58,869 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 37,658 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 37,262 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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AU61 GFZ 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 84.6%.

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 AU61 GFZ, 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 AU61 GFZ registered?

AU61 GFZ is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 17 October 2011.

Is AU61 GFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU61 GFZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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