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MK61 XNE

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

144,738 mi
Last recorded144,738 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK61 XNE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 144,738 miles

Nearside Front 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))

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2024 120,953 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 105,699 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 98,591 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 84,543 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 77,372 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 66,846 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 47,910 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 28,352 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 26,198 miles

Both front tyres outer edges bald

Fail 20 Sep 2016 26,198 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Both front tyres outer edges bald

Pass 25 Sep 2015 21,584 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 15,787 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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MK61 XNE is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 MK61 XNE, 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 MK61 XNE registered?

MK61 XNE is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is MK61 XNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK61 XNE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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