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VE11 ZTP

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

176,483 mi
Last recorded176,483 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE11 ZTP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2023 176,483 miles

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

Rear rear differential bush's starting to split

Pass 15 Mar 2022 162,761 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 162,761 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Indicates a fault with passengers restraint system (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 149,792 miles

Headlight washers in op non HID

Fail 15 Oct 2020 149,792 miles

Headlight washers in op non HID

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 2 Jul 2020 146,949 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2019 127,009 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 May 2019 126,979 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 109,113 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 109,113 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 90,580 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 90,586 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 69,007 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 42,766 miles

front brake pads low

rear brake pads low

Pass 8 Jul 2014 35,707 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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VE11 ZTP is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VE11 ZTP, 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 VE11 ZTP registered?

VE11 ZTP is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 8 July 2011.

Is VE11 ZTP safe to buy?

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