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FM11 DBU

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

249,848 mi
Last recorded249,848 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM11 DBU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 249,848 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2025 147,580 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 142,904 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2023 137,251 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 133,791 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 127,243 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 123,230 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2020 123,230 miles

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

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 106,143 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 87,759 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 87,759 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 63,570 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 61,119 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2016 61,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Fail 26 Jul 2016 61,116 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Wishbone Ball-joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Wishbone Ball-joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 54,607 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 43,674 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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FM11 DBU is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FM11 DBU, 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 FM11 DBU registered?

FM11 DBU is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 22 June 2011.

Is FM11 DBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM11 DBU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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