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F169 PTF

1989 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

131,626 mi
Last recorded131,626 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1989 BMW 530139,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF169 PTF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Jun 2019 131,626 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 28 Mar 2018 131,304 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 131,444 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 131,786 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 131,310 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014

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

nearside front outer tyre wall starting to perish

Pass 5 Apr 2013 131,703 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 131,537 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 131,244 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 131,088 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 131,217 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 131,184 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 131,303 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 131,238 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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F169 PTF is a 1989 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1989 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 139,704 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 F169 PTF, 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 37 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F169 PTF registered?

F169 PTF is a 1989 BMW 530, first registered on 8 February 1989.

Is F169 PTF safe to buy?

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