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VFZ 1751

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

135,029 mi
Last recorded135,029 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFZ 1751
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2023 135,029 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 123,179 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 115,524 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 104,543 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 92,797 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Jan 2018 81,750 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 71,026 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner edge & perishing (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm & perishing (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm inner edge & perishing (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm & perishing (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 62,718 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 55,807 miles

nearside rear alloy wheel has been repaired/welded inner rim

Fail 6 Feb 2015 55,807 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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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VFZ 1751 is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VFZ 1751, 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 VFZ 1751 registered?

VFZ 1751 is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 21 October 2011.

Is VFZ 1751 safe to buy?

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