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WF61 ZLK

2011 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,293 mi
Last recorded51,293 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF61 ZLK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2026 51,293 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 49,741 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 47,466 miles

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 45,642 miles

Nearside Front Shocker Gator Split

Pass 19 Jul 2022 41,142 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 39,036 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 36,842 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 36,299 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 33,443 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 28,783 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 24,101 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 20,915 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 15,992 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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WF61 ZLK is a 2011 BMW 530 in Silver 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 WF61 ZLK, 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 WF61 ZLK registered?

WF61 ZLK is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 12 December 2011.

Is WF61 ZLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF61 ZLK 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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