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MX61 JJL

2011 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

144,421 mi
Last recorded144,421 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX61 JJL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 144,421 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 134,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/50/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2024 134,003 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/50/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 122,925 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Oct 2022 112,329 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 104,852 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 99,882 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 88,753 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 80,167 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 69,275 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 64,420 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 51,402 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 19 Aug 2014 39,250 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 16 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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MX61 JJL is a 2011 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MX61 JJL, 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 MX61 JJL registered?

MX61 JJL is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 12 September 2011.

Is MX61 JJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX61 JJL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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