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EX51 TZE

2001 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

184,020 mi
Last recorded184,020 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 TZE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 184,020 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 5 Dec 2017 184,016 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 177,943 miles

hand brake lever travells to top limit

Pass 22 Dec 2015 171,370 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 164,911 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 8 Nov 2013 159,866 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 155,116 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs slightly worn and corroded

rear brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2011 144,205 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 115,601 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 115,601 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 112,596 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 96,734 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 89,618 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 75,817 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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EX51 TZE is a 2001 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 113,240 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 EX51 TZE, 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 25 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 EX51 TZE registered?

EX51 TZE is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is EX51 TZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 TZE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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