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PE61 VLS

2011 BMW 530

Brown Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

172,579 mi
Last recorded172,579 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE61 VLS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 172,579 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 162,962 miles

damage front bumper/wing

Pass 30 Aug 2022 134,940 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 125,505 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 109,911 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 99,578 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 89,932 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 80,065 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 74,197 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 61,666 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 61,666 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Crack (8.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 44,953 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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PE61 VLS is a 2011 BMW 530 in Brown with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PE61 VLS, 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

How do I check the history of PE61 VLS?

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What year was PE61 VLS registered?

PE61 VLS is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 1 October 2011.

Is PE61 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE61 VLS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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