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K7 XEV

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

155,702 mi
Last recorded155,702 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK7 XEV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 155,702 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2025 155,702 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2024 141,186 miles

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 131,919 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2023 131,919 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 121,792 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 114,738 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 108,969 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both nearside and offside arms ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 100,433 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 90,822 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside tyres 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 81,977 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 80,657 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 77,958 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 74,584 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2014 59,880 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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K7 XEV is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 K7 XEV, 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 K7 XEV registered?

K7 XEV is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 31 January 2011.

Is K7 XEV safe to buy?

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