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GY61 XPG

2011 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

175,547 mi
Last recorded175,547 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 XPG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 175,547 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside/offside ()

Rear Inner tyre wron on the edge nearside/offside

Pass 16 Dec 2024 165,503 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Dec 2024 165,446 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 153,652 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 139,864 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 129,966 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2020 116,428 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 107,775 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 97,118 miles

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff front seel (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2018 97,118 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff front seel (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 87,271 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2016 80,219 miles

n/s/f tyre worn/bold on outer edge

Pass 25 Aug 2015 50,844 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 28,015 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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GY61 XPG is a 2011 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GY61 XPG, 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 GY61 XPG registered?

GY61 XPG is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is GY61 XPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY61 XPG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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