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WP11 EVW

2011 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,075 mi
Last recorded157,075 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP11 EVW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 157,075 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 147,310 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, replace ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jan 2025 147,303 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, replace ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 132,937 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Mar 2023 132,927 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40r20 99y goodyear run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275/35r20 102y goodyear run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 120,060 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 115,705 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 111,718 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 103,675 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 103,674 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 May 2018 92,532 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 80,571 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 63,413 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 26 May 2015 49,188 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 36,484 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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WP11 EVW is a 2011 BMW 530 in Grey 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 WP11 EVW, 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 WP11 EVW registered?

WP11 EVW is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 1 June 2011.

Is WP11 EVW safe to buy?

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