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PJ11 FHL

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

131,691 mi
Last recorded131,691 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ11 FHL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 131,691 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 110,878 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 107,260 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 107,254 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2017 98,617 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 May 2016 89,132 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 79,673 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 May 2014 70,662 miles

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

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

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

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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PJ11 FHL is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 PJ11 FHL, 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 PJ11 FHL registered?

PJ11 FHL is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 3 June 2011.

Is PJ11 FHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ11 FHL shows 8 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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