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V33 PAR

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,979 mi
Last recorded119,979 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV33 PAR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2025 119,979 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 110,511 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 101,603 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 94,035 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 90,560 miles

emission too clean

Pass 17 Jul 2019 80,243 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2018 75,001 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both side (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 71,086 miles

Emissions test passed as readings too low to register.

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

Pass 21 Nov 2015 67,336 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 63,484 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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V33 PAR is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V33 PAR, 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 V33 PAR registered?

V33 PAR is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 7 September 2011.

Is V33 PAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V33 PAR shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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