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FR61 ORZ

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,995 mi
Last recorded107,995 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR61 ORZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2025 107,995 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing to side wall tyre date 20/18 and worn on egde (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing to side wall tyre date 20/18 and worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 101,171 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 98,297 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 94,740 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 83,611 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rears advice replace (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge close to cords advice replace (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge in treads (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge and in treads (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 71,856 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 60,409 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under trays fitted all around underneath not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 20 Feb 2019 47,055 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 46,872 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 44,097 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 36,679 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 29,871 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 22,231 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FR61 ORZ is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FR61 ORZ, 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

How do I check the history of FR61 ORZ?

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What year was FR61 ORZ registered?

FR61 ORZ is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 13 December 2011.

Is FR61 ORZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR61 ORZ shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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