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LF11 CAA

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,003 mi
Last recorded146,003 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF11 CAA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 146,003 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside rear both on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2022 128,033 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 128,033 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge split perished and damaged (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 119,048 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 112,822 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 112,822 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2019 97,240 miles

Engine bay covers and under trays not allowing full inspection.

Pass 23 Mar 2018 81,608 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 81,608 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 66,762 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 66,762 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 50,982 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2016 50,982 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 37,018 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 23,863 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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LF11 CAA is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LF11 CAA, 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 LF11 CAA registered?

LF11 CAA is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2011.

Is LF11 CAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF11 CAA shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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