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PY61 VMM

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

163,731 mi
Last recorded163,731 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY61 VMM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 163,731 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 154,904 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 154,756 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 145,786 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2024 145,554 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 132,200 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 117,575 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in tread and inner edge bold (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm in tread and inner edge bold advice to replace Tyre soon as possible (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays and covers fitted to the vehicle

Pass 13 Jul 2021 102,640 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre yellow chalk repairable

Pass 17 Aug 2020 96,528 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 90,292 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 85,169 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Aug 2018 85,169 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Aug 2017 72,774 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 59,600 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 36,908 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Aug 2015 46,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2014 38,998 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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PY61 VMM is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PY61 VMM, 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 PY61 VMM registered?

PY61 VMM is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 9 December 2011.

Is PY61 VMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY61 VMM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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