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GV60 OGW

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

136,540 mi
Last recorded136,540 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV60 OGW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2024 136,540 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 133,181 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2021 127,283 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 116,096 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2019 105,499 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2018 93,489 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2018 93,475 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 85,304 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 67,553 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 48,226 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 43,244 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2014 37,305 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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GV60 OGW is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GV60 OGW, 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 GV60 OGW registered?

GV60 OGW is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 31 January 2011.

Is GV60 OGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV60 OGW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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