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VN61 RVP

2011 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

254,874 mi
Last recorded254,874 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN61 RVP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 254,874 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 246,763 miles

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

Rear Air Bellows perished

Pass 9 Nov 2023 226,413 miles

Front Inner Tyres both stepping

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 205,120 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 187,019 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 175,599 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 175,599 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 158,524 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 132,635 miles

Offside Rear screw in tyre

Pass 16 Nov 2017 108,741 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 88,549 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 88,517 miles

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 73,405 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 25 Nov 2014 55,094 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 54,751 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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VN61 RVP is a 2011 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VN61 RVP, 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 VN61 RVP?

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What year was VN61 RVP registered?

VN61 RVP is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is VN61 RVP safe to buy?

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