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DRJ 044

1999 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2026cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

312,033 mi
Last recorded312,033 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 1999 BMW 530136,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRJ 044
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,026cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 May 2016 312,033 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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DRJ 044 is a 1999 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,026cc 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 DRJ 044, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DRJ 044 registered?

DRJ 044 is a 1999 BMW 530, first registered on 11 October 1999.

Is DRJ 044 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRJ 044 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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