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GY11 ZTM

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,687 mi
Last recorded135,687 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY11 ZTM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 135,687 miles

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

nearside front centre wheel cap missing

Fail 10 Jul 2017 135,618 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. also worn close to the legal limit (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

nearside front centre wheel cap missing

Pass 23 Jun 2016 114,888 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Jun 2015 105,260 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Jun 2015 105,259 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 93,727 miles

Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

n/s/r tyre has chunk missing out of outer sidewall

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 ZTM is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GY11 ZTM, 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 GY11 ZTM registered?

GY11 ZTM is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 7 June 2011.

Is GY11 ZTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY11 ZTM shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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