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J29 SRB

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

123,344 mi
Last recorded123,344 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ29 SRB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 123,344 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 5 Jun 2026 123,025 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 27 May 2025 112,442 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2024 99,728 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 89,343 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 86,932 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 78,727 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2020 75,529 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))

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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J29 SRB is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 J29 SRB, 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.

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What year was J29 SRB registered?

J29 SRB is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 18 March 2011.

Is J29 SRB safe to buy?

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