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LO61 CJX

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

111,599 mi
Last recorded111,599 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO61 CJX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 111,599 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2025 104,160 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play fore (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 96,669 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 89,024 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 81,204 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Aug 2022 81,204 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 69,601 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 62,687 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 61,039 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 61,036 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2018 55,827 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 47,136 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 37,837 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 33,124 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 33,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 25,451 miles

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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LO61 CJX 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 LO61 CJX, 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 LO61 CJX registered?

LO61 CJX is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 21 December 2011.

Is LO61 CJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO61 CJX 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.

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