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EM04 OPB

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

122,597 mi
Last recorded122,597 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEM04 OPB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 122,597 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2025 122,502 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 118,856 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 116,748 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2023 116,748 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Suspension unit damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Nov 2022 112,860 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 107,314 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 107,314 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2020 102,100 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 94,783 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 79,805 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 62,956 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 May 2016 42,555 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 42,555 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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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EM04 OPB 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 EM04 OPB, 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.

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What year was EM04 OPB registered?

EM04 OPB is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is EM04 OPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EM04 OPB 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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