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ML11 TZF

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

193,555 mi
Last recorded193,555 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML11 TZF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 193,555 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 185,493 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2024 185,493 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 172,188 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 159,349 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 142,375 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 134,562 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 134,562 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 May 2019 120,570 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 110,114 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 5 May 2017 105,070 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 85,915 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2015 64,867 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 45,294 miles

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

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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ML11 TZF is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ML11 TZF, 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.

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What year was ML11 TZF registered?

ML11 TZF is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 9 May 2011.

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