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FD11 DYF

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,822 mi
Last recorded143,822 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD11 DYF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2024 143,822 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 133,814 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 130,966 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 127,627 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2020 123,359 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 123,289 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 119,264 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 117,554 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 102,791 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2018 102,786 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2017 93,965 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 75,042 miles

engine and under body covers fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2015 50,354 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2014 36,205 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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FD11 DYF is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FD11 DYF, 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 FD11 DYF registered?

FD11 DYF is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 7 June 2011.

Is FD11 DYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD11 DYF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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