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LF61 LYZ

2011 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,339 mi
Last recorded43,339 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF61 LYZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 43,339 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2025 41,542 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 40,353 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 39,625 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 39,045 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 38,642 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 37,218 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 36,094 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 57,069 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 57,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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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LF61 LYZ is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LF61 LYZ, 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

How do I check the history of LF61 LYZ?

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What year was LF61 LYZ registered?

LF61 LYZ is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2011.

Is LF61 LYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF61 LYZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LF61 LYZ have outstanding finance?

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