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VN11 ORC

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,587 mi
Last recorded85,587 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN11 ORC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2026 85,587 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 85,337 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 83,577 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2023 82,921 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 81,012 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 79,489 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 78,168 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 75,142 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 66,523 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 59,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and offside front (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and offside front (4.1.E.1)

engine cover fitted and under trays

Pass 21 Jun 2016 48,602 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3/4mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2/3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3/4mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2/3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 44,110 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 36,940 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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VN11 ORC is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 VN11 ORC, 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 VN11 ORC?

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What year was VN11 ORC registered?

VN11 ORC is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 29 June 2011.

Is VN11 ORC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN11 ORC shows 13 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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