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LJ61 KGO

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

140,578 mi
Last recorded140,578 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ61 KGO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2024 140,578 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2024 140,576 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 138,140 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 132,729 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 125,043 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 120,100 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 115,097 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2018 110,625 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2017 104,886 miles

E M Light on

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint front rear (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint front rear (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 98,651 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Dec 2016 98,651 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 90,325 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 66,119 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LJ61 KGO is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LJ61 KGO, 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 LJ61 KGO registered?

LJ61 KGO is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 21 November 2011.

Is LJ61 KGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ61 KGO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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