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R22 RCG

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

146,465 mi
Last recorded146,465 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR22 RCG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 146,465 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 137,135 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 128,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edge wear tread on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edge wear tread on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 115,529 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 106,051 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 92,668 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2021 92,668 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2020 85,143 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 67,491 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 48,234 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 28,310 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 21,970 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 18,841 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 14,235 miles

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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R22 RCG is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R22 RCG, 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 R22 RCG registered?

R22 RCG is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is R22 RCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R22 RCG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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