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LM11 OFW

2011 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

186,429 mi
Last recorded186,429 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM11 OFW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 186,429 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 170,816 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 156,929 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 142,314 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad warning light on permanently-sensor wire cut

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

Fail 31 May 2023 142,273 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Nearside Front Brake pad warning light on permanently-sensor wire cut

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

Pass 26 May 2022 127,470 miles

Brake Warning Light On

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2021 110,549 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 93,588 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 73,977 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 73,973 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 50,491 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 33,762 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 15,292 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 12,676 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 9,197 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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LM11 OFW is a 2011 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 LM11 OFW, 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 LM11 OFW registered?

LM11 OFW is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 18 May 2011.

Is LM11 OFW safe to buy?

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