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VFZ 2397

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

156,205 mi
Last recorded156,205 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFZ 2397
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 156,205 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2026 156,190 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2025 149,233 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 140,096 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 131,855 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 117,882 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 108,878 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 102,335 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 92,444 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 24 Jan 2018 82,284 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 71,472 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 55,038 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 38,223 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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 2397 is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 2397, 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

How do I check the history of VFZ 2397?

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What year was VFZ 2397 registered?

VFZ 2397 is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 15 December 2011.

Is VFZ 2397 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFZ 2397 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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