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WP11 LUA

2011 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

129,829 mi
Last recorded129,829 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP11 LUA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 129,829 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 116,171 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 107,223 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 99,999 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 90,990 miles

o/s/f coils spring corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2020 77,692 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit

Pass 11 Jun 2019 62,835 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 50,765 miles

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 28 Feb 2017 39,392 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Feb 2017 39,392 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 29,477 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 25,143 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 15,700 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 LUA is a 2011 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WP11 LUA, 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 LUA registered?

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

Is WP11 LUA safe to buy?

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