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R88 MNK

2011 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

131,434 mi
Last recorded131,434 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR88 MNK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 131,434 miles

Central Rear Lower Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rubber coupling split (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 123,589 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 114,307 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 107,830 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 92,136 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2021 92,136 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 84,180 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 75,821 miles

advice rear tyres on wear indicators

Pass 11 Dec 2018 69,973 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 61,373 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 54,687 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 45,765 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wiper smearing but not affecting drivers view

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Dec 2015 45,765 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wiper smearing but not affecting drivers view

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 37,253 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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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R88 MNK is a 2011 BMW 530 in Blue 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 R88 MNK, 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 R88 MNK?

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What year was R88 MNK registered?

R88 MNK is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 9 December 2011.

Is R88 MNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R88 MNK 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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