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FY05 SOL

2011 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,328 mi
Last recorded137,328 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 SOL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 137,328 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 131,401 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 122,533 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 111,196 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 100,812 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 92,992 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 74,030 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 68,826 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 60,397 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 53,229 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 44,211 miles

n/s/f tyre showing signs of starting to wear on edges.

smoke level not detected during emissions test.

Pass 27 Jan 2015 34,436 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 24,400 miles

Both outer rear seat belts not tested due to child seats fitted

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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FY05 SOL is a 2011 BMW 530 in Blue 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 FY05 SOL, 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 FY05 SOL registered?

FY05 SOL is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 8 April 2011.

Is FY05 SOL safe to buy?

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