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WU61 GGO

2011 BMW 530

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

121,603 mi
Last recorded121,603 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53085,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU61 GGO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 121,603 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 116,525 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 110,700 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 107,122 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 103,476 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

all under trays and covers fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2020 97,781 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 157,324 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 90,110 miles

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

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

both sides rear brake pads getting low

Pass 7 Apr 2018 82,326 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 72,188 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 59,295 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 43,707 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 27,174 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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WU61 GGO is a 2011 BMW 530 in Red 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 WU61 GGO, 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.

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What year was WU61 GGO registered?

WU61 GGO is a 2011 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is WU61 GGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU61 GGO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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