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PK61 RXS

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,127 mi
Last recorded102,127 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK61 RXS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 102,127 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 96,465 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 90,329 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 80,018 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 72,964 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 67,259 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 62,725 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 62,724 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured inside (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 55,785 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 55,785 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 49,366 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 42,336 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 33,973 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 24,911 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 RXS is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PK61 RXS, 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 PK61 RXS?

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What year was PK61 RXS registered?

PK61 RXS is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 18 November 2011.

Is PK61 RXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK61 RXS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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