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GY11 MZL

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

123,463 mi
Last recorded123,463 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY11 MZL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 123,463 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front 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))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 109,877 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 168,255 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 164,437 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 275.35.20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 154,823 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 129,328 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 129,328 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 98,037 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 Jul 2017 75,559 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Jul 2016 54,528 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 53,052 miles

Vehicle has several under trays not allowing visual access to underside chassis

Pass 22 May 2014 41,806 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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GY11 MZL is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey 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 GY11 MZL, 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 GY11 MZL registered?

GY11 MZL is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 21 April 2011.

Is GY11 MZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY11 MZL 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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