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J14 MHG

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

180,666 mi
Last recorded180,666 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ14 MHG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 180,666 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 174,747 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 170,330 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 170,324 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 160,000 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 137,087 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 122,693 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 113,654 miles

covers fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2018 92,705 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 92,522 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 76,597 miles

Nearside Front jacking block missing

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

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

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

Fail 20 Sep 2017 76,596 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit deteriorated and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)

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

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

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

Nearside Front jacking block missing

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 60,704 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2015 42,684 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 42,638 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2014 23,639 miles

Nearside 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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J14 MHG is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J14 MHG, 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 J14 MHG registered?

J14 MHG is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 22 November 2011.

Is J14 MHG safe to buy?

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