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CP61 UKU

2011 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

155,389 mi
Last recorded155,389 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP61 UKU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 155,389 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Feb 2026 155,389 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 145,708 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 136,425 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 123,810 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 122,526 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 122,526 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 116,107 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 111,874 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 103,436 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 86,292 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 78,371 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2016 67,298 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 55,595 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 41,469 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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CP61 UKU is a 2011 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc 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 CP61 UKU, 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 CP61 UKU registered?

CP61 UKU is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is CP61 UKU safe to buy?

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