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G222 APB

1989 BMW 530

Red Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

211,020 mi
Last recorded211,020 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2009
Typical for 1989 BMW 530139,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG222 APB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2009 211,020 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 211,020 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 208,091 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2008 208,091 miles

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 201,071 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 195,863 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2005 188,787 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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G222 APB is a 1989 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G222 APB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G222 APB registered?

G222 APB is a 1989 BMW 530, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G222 APB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G222 APB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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