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PJ60 VVZ

2011 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

63,418 mi
Last recorded63,418 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ60 VVZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 63,418 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 58,081 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 51,834 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2024 51,834 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 51,747 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 50,839 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 50,839 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 48,697 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 46,763 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 46,763 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 44,581 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 40,450 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 36,363 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 36,363 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275/35/20 102y runflat (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 32,169 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 26,791 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 19,683 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 17,421 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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PJ60 VVZ is a 2011 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PJ60 VVZ, 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 PJ60 VVZ?

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What year was PJ60 VVZ registered?

PJ60 VVZ is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 31 January 2011.

Is PJ60 VVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ60 VVZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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