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PF11 DES

2014 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

155,730 mi
Last recorded155,730 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 53070,902 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF11 DES
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 155,730 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 147,521 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 140,147 miles

under floor covers fitted restricting inspection

Fail 4 Jan 2024 140,144 miles

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

under floor covers fitted restricting inspection

Pass 13 Jan 2023 132,974 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 126,072 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 116,592 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 May 2019 106,970 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 100,454 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 88,419 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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PF11 DES is a 2014 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2014 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 70,902 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 PF11 DES, 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 12 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PF11 DES?

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What year was PF11 DES registered?

PF11 DES is a 2014 BMW 530, first registered on 28 November 2014.

Is PF11 DES safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF11 DES shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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