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DS11 AXU

2011 BMW 530

Brown Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

138,464 mi
Last recorded138,464 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS11 AXU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 138,464 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2024 122,034 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2023 119,566 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2023 119,566 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 117,701 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 115,771 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 112,078 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2019 105,512 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 102,475 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 98,579 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 94,015 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 88,376 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 83,638 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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DS11 AXU is a 2011 BMW 530 in Brown with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DS11 AXU, 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 DS11 AXU registered?

DS11 AXU is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 2 June 2011.

Is DS11 AXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS11 AXU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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