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LN61 UDT

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,708 mi
Last recorded92,708 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN61 UDT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 92,708 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 88,031 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view two chips on drivers side (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 85,833 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 82,220 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 82,218 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 76,956 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 73,500 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 69,222 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 69,221 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front wishbone front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front wishbone front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 64,297 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in drivers side of windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2018 64,290 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/yr20 Pirelli p-zero runflat. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in drivers side of windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 58,480 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges and perishing

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Aug 2016 53,136 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 53,136 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Aug 2015 45,856 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 36,530 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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LN61 UDT is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LN61 UDT, 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 LN61 UDT registered?

LN61 UDT is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is LN61 UDT safe to buy?

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