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FFZ 1171

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

204,500 mi
Last recorded204,500 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFZ 1171
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Sep 2024 204,500 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 190,770 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 172,174 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 154,261 miles

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

Nearside Rear shocker bump stop deteriorated

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

Offside Rear shocker bump stop deteriorated

Fail 13 Sep 2021 154,261 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and showing cords (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear shocker bump stop deteriorated

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

Offside Rear shocker bump stop deteriorated

Pass 15 Sep 2020 145,834 miles

Nearside Rear shocker bump stop deteriorated

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outside wall 245/45/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inside edge 275/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear shocker bump stop deteriorated

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in o/s of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 134,841 miles

Nearside Rear SHOCK ABSORBER DUST COVER SPLIT

Offside Rear SHOCK ABSORBER DUST COVER SPLIT

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

Fail 18 Sep 2019 134,841 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear SHOCK ABSORBER DUST COVER SPLIT

Offside Rear SHOCK ABSORBER DUST COVER SPLIT

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 113,187 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 91,334 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 87,770 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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FFZ 1171 is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FFZ 1171, 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 FFZ 1171 registered?

FFZ 1171 is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 28 February 2011.

Is FFZ 1171 safe to buy?

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