MOT Status
ValidMileage
179,871 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
rear brake pads getting low
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn strut one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn strut one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
rear brake pads getting low
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Rear bump stop perished
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear bump stop perished
Rear Oil leak ()
Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play strut one (2.2.B.1f)
front tyres wearing edges
Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play strut one (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play strut one (2.2.B.1f)
front tyres wearing edges
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
How Reliable is the BMW 530?
Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VU61 OMG 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 86.7%.
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 VU61 OMG, 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 VU61 OMG?
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What year was VU61 OMG registered?
VU61 OMG is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 6 September 2011.
Is VU61 OMG safe to buy?
The MOT history for VU61 OMG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VU61 OMG have outstanding finance?
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