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DS11 KZW

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,771 mi
Last recorded141,771 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS11 KZW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 141,771 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2024 141,769 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 137,942 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 135,403 miles

Nearside Front headlamp has condensation

Fail 7 Dec 2022 135,402 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front headlamp has condensation

Pass 30 Nov 2021 132,126 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2020 129,682 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2019 125,546 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 110,142 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 98,586 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2016 88,558 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

no smoke test printout due to low emissions

Pass 5 Dec 2015 67,840 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 67,840 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 46,222 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 40,521 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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DS11 KZW is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DS11 KZW, 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 KZW registered?

DS11 KZW is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 20 May 2011.

Is DS11 KZW safe to buy?

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