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G18 CTV

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,505 mi
Last recorded101,505 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG18 CTV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 101,505 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2026 101,342 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/40/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Apr 2025 92,352 miles

inner front brake pads wearing low

Pass 29 Feb 2024 82,030 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2023 72,810 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 66,327 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2022 66,327 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 56,920 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 56,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 50,766 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 43,094 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 37,900 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 37,900 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245.40.19 (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 31,821 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 26,436 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 20,298 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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G18 CTV is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G18 CTV, 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.

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What year was G18 CTV registered?

G18 CTV is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 8 July 2011.

Is G18 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G18 CTV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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