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MW11 XYG

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

171,100 mi
Last recorded171,100 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW11 XYG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 171,100 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 166,345 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 161,425 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 155,149 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 150,283 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 142,101 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 142,014 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 117,346 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 117,346 miles

Road wheel more than one fixing missing 1 off each wheel (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2018 99,624 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 94,490 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 94,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 May 2016 72,053 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 54,342 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 39,658 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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MW11 XYG is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MW11 XYG, 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 MW11 XYG registered?

MW11 XYG is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 23 July 2011.

Is MW11 XYG safe to buy?

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