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G3 EGB

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

114,269 mi
Last recorded114,269 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 EGB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 114,269 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 110,074 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 106,202 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 96,609 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 86,286 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 78,992 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 2 Jul 2020 71,055 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 62,892 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 56,500 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 50,468 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 42,849 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 36,883 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 36,881 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 32,667 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 32,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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G3 EGB is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black 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 G3 EGB, 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 G3 EGB registered?

G3 EGB is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 8 March 2011.

Is G3 EGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 EGB 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.

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