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FUO 235

2000 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

226,108 mi
Last recorded226,108 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2013
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUO 235
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 Jan 2013 226,108 miles

Centre Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 226,108 miles

Centre Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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FUO 235 is a 2000 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2000 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 124,529 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FUO 235, 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 26 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 FUO 235 registered?

FUO 235 is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 11 February 2000.

Is FUO 235 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUO 235 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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