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DS61 ATU

2011 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,799 mi
Last recorded53,799 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 ATU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 53,799 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has cut on the outer wall

Offside Front tyre wearing thin

Offside Rear tyre has a cut on the outer wall

Fail 25 Jan 2017 53,721 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front tyre wearing thin

Offside Rear tyre has a cut on the outer wall

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

Pass 25 Jan 2016 49,189 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 42,309 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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DS61 ATU is a 2011 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DS61 ATU, 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 DS61 ATU?

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What year was DS61 ATU registered?

DS61 ATU is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 15 December 2011.

Is DS61 ATU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS61 ATU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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