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5486 NS

1999 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2015
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

288,074 mi
Last recorded288,074 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2014
Typical for 1999 BMW 530136,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration5486 NS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2014 288,074 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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5486 NS is a 1999 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 136,338 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 5486 NS, 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 27 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 5486 NS registered?

5486 NS is a 1999 BMW 530, first registered on 7 August 1999.

Is 5486 NS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5486 NS shows 1 test 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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