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PK61 NVR

2011 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

99,248 mi
Last recorded99,248 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK61 NVR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 99,248 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2026 99,248 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 95,644 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired anti rattle / retaining device missing (1.1.16 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive under tray fitted / covered in engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 92,791 miles

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

Nearside Front fog lamp bezel insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive front x member shows signs of damage probably from speed bumps (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2024 92,751 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front fog lamp bezel insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive front x member shows signs of damage probably from speed bumps (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 88,778 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2023 88,778 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 81,451 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 81,447 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 80,644 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 78,240 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 74,151 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 67,876 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 61,255 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 47,652 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 34,051 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 19,487 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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PK61 NVR is a 2011 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 PK61 NVR, 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 PK61 NVR registered?

PK61 NVR is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 16 November 2011.

Is PK61 NVR safe to buy?

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