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LC61 FUP

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,164 mi
Last recorded122,164 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC61 FUP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 122,164 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 112,446 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 99,243 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 87,794 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 77,926 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 70,226 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 61,373 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Jul 2017 53,241 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 21 Jul 2017 53,241 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Jul 2016 40,642 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 36,949 miles

both front tyres worn badly on edges

Fail 17 Nov 2014 36,942 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

both front tyres worn badly on edges

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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LC61 FUP is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LC61 FUP, 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 LC61 FUP registered?

LC61 FUP is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 13 December 2011.

Is LC61 FUP safe to buy?

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