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FG11 KJU

2011 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

187,359 mi
Last recorded187,359 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG11 KJU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 187,359 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2024 178,022 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 170,307 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge barely legal 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2022 155,102 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 138,071 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2020 118,078 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 106,904 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2018 99,303 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 72,542 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 69,951 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 69,951 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 275/35R20 (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/35R20 (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 275/35R20 (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2015 59,346 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 53,507 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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FG11 KJU is a 2011 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FG11 KJU, 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 FG11 KJU registered?

FG11 KJU is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 30 March 2011.

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The MOT history for FG11 KJU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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