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L777 FVL

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

142,278 mi
Last recorded142,278 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL777 FVL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 142,278 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 131,381 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 118,039 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 107,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2023 107,881 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 85,974 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front compliance (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front compliance (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 70,642 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod to front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod to front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 58,469 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 55,686 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 53,983 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 51,471 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 48,916 miles

nail in o/s/r tyre

slight damage o/s/f inner tyre wall

Pass 19 Nov 2014 46,562 miles

nail in r/h/rear tyre

Pass 18 Nov 2013 43,118 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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L777 FVL is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 L777 FVL, 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 L777 FVL registered?

L777 FVL is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 31 January 2011.

Is L777 FVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L777 FVL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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