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SA60 FHK

2011 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

131,063 mi
Last recorded131,063 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA60 FHK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 131,063 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 4 Apr 2025 131,063 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 126,287 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system corroded.

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Feb 2023 126,287 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system corroded.

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 112,832 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 104,950 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 78,389 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 61,611 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 43,651 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2017 43,651 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 37,240 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 37,240 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 30,802 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 23,398 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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SA60 FHK is a 2011 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 SA60 FHK, 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 SA60 FHK registered?

SA60 FHK is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 3 January 2011.

Is SA60 FHK safe to buy?

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