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LG61 PXK

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

133,728 mi
Last recorded133,728 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG61 PXK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 133,728 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 125,620 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 117,262 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 106,767 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 100,852 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 100,827 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 91,432 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2019 77,788 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 70,529 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 59,282 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 47,852 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 47,849 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm CONTINENTAL CONTI SPORT CONTACT 3 SSR RSC 275/40/R18(99Y) (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 38,242 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 38,240 miles

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 38,177 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 37,235 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LG61 PXK is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 LG61 PXK, 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 LG61 PXK registered?

LG61 PXK is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 22 September 2011.

Is LG61 PXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG61 PXK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LG61 PXK have outstanding finance?

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