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P6 SYR

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,233 mi
Last recorded117,233 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP6 SYR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2026 117,233 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2025 110,662 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit!!! cracking and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 101,306 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 97,361 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 89,318 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 82,096 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 78,133 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 70,163 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 62,080 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 57,123 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)

both rear tyres worn unevenly on edges

Pass 4 Jul 2016 49,218 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 39,224 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 25,310 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2014 23,420 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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P6 SYR 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 100%.

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 P6 SYR, 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 P6 SYR registered?

P6 SYR is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 24 February 2011.

Is P6 SYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P6 SYR shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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