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SM61 CKX

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,049 mi
Last recorded99,049 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 CKX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 99,049 miles

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

Nearside Front jack pad missing

Fail 28 May 2026 99,048 miles

Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured cracked on weld (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front jack pad missing

Pass 13 May 2025 91,629 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 91,625 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 86,098 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2023 77,663 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 77,661 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2022 70,177 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 67,374 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2020 64,546 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 62,208 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 54,479 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 47,851 miles

o/s/rear tyre deteriorated

Fail 12 Sep 2017 47,849 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275-35-20 (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 9 Sep 2016 40,230 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement on limit (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement on limit (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 25,214 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 23,249 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 16,902 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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SM61 CKX is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SM61 CKX, 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 SM61 CKX registered?

SM61 CKX is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 17 November 2011.

Is SM61 CKX safe to buy?

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