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HG11 RVT

2011 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

184,245 mi
Last recorded184,245 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG11 RVT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2024 184,245 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 179,457 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 175,027 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 170,731 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 170,611 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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 163,984 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 146,395 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2018 134,519 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 134,472 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2017 122,355 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 106,345 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 85,077 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 64,996 miles

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

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

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

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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HG11 RVT is a 2011 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HG11 RVT, 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 HG11 RVT registered?

HG11 RVT is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 29 July 2011.

Is HG11 RVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG11 RVT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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