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30FDRB

1998 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

289,455 mi
Last recorded289,455 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2010
Typical for 1998 BMW 530135,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration30FDRB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2010 289,455 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 289,455 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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30FDRB is a 1998 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 135,918 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 30FDRB, 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 28 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 30FDRB registered?

30FDRB is a 1998 BMW 530, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is 30FDRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 30FDRB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 30FDRB have outstanding finance?

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