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F484 UVX

1988 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,754 mi
Last recorded106,754 miles
Recorded on24 May 2007
Typical for 1988 BMW 530146,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF484 UVX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 May 2007 106,754 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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F484 UVX is a 1988 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 146,259 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 F484 UVX, 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 38 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F484 UVX registered?

F484 UVX is a 1988 BMW 530, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F484 UVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F484 UVX 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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