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P18 TRX

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

134,024 mi
Last recorded134,024 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP18 TRX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 134,024 miles

under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 9 Aug 2024 113,111 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 113,096 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 102,445 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 94,873 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 85,517 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 78,547 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 69,736 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 62,972 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer tyre side wall damaged

Pass 15 Aug 2017 53,077 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 52,825 miles

covers and shields fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2015 37,982 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 25,428 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2014 15,013 miles

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

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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P18 TRX is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black 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 P18 TRX, 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 P18 TRX registered?

P18 TRX is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 22 November 2011.

Is P18 TRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P18 TRX 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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