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J13 UTB

2011 BMW 530

Yellow Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

76,982 mi
Last recorded76,982 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ13 UTB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 76,982 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement osf and nsf lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear diff rubbers worn

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2025 70,705 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2024 62,742 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2023 57,978 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 25 Apr 2023 57,978 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2022 49,572 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2021 43,705 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 37,523 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 33,527 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 28,182 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 23,020 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 19,386 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 15,427 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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J13 UTB is a 2011 BMW 530 in Yellow with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 J13 UTB, 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 J13 UTB registered?

J13 UTB is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 22 November 2011.

Is J13 UTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J13 UTB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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