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FG11 NXV

2011 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

123,160 mi
Last recorded123,160 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 123,160 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2025 120,924 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2025 120,877 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 116,629 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 108,700 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 100,634 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 88,070 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 May 2020 78,513 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 63,848 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 May 2018 47,043 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 37,173 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 29,075 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 23,616 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 23,616 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2014 18,988 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 NXV is a 2011 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FG11 NXV, 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 NXV registered?

FG11 NXV is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 18 May 2011.

Is FG11 NXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG11 NXV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG11 NXV have outstanding finance?

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