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DN61 EAE

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

115,312 mi
Last recorded115,312 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN61 EAE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 115,312 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 110,850 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 103,490 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 97,175 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2022 92,728 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2021 86,334 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 15 Feb 2021 86,235 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front lower arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front lower arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 77,144 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 69,150 miles

advise nsf tyre outer edge

advise nsr tyre inner edge

Fail 25 May 2018 69,122 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component leaking (5.3.5 (c))

advise nsf tyre outer edge

advise nsr tyre inner edge

Pass 24 Feb 2017 62,449 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 50,254 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

engine cover/under tray fitted obscuring some views

Pass 2 Jan 2015 35,129 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Dec 2014 35,128 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DN61 EAE is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DN61 EAE, 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

How do I check the history of DN61 EAE?

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What year was DN61 EAE registered?

DN61 EAE is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 17 November 2011.

Is DN61 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN61 EAE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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