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P24 SPT

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,892 mi
Last recorded109,892 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP24 SPT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 109,892 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 107,853 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 104,404 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 101,397 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 97,764 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 93,057 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 91,427 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 84,465 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2019 84,449 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 77,691 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 71,369 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 63,747 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 53,560 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 37,980 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 27,174 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 27,174 miles

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

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

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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P24 SPT is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P24 SPT, 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 P24 SPT registered?

P24 SPT is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 21 March 2011.

Is P24 SPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P24 SPT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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