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G553 RKL

1990 BMW 530

Red Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

228,093 mi
Last recorded228,093 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2007
Typical for 1990 BMW 530146,609 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG553 RKL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2007 228,093 miles

slight knocking noises can be heard from slightly worn suspension bushes

Pass 7 Jul 2006 225,338 miles

disc pads cannot be seen properly

slight rusting on most metal brake pipes

slight wear in front and rear suspension bushes

Fail 7 Jul 2006 225,338 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2005 217,955 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

disc pads cannot be seen properly

exhaust rusty in places

slight rusting on brake pipes

slight wear in front suspension bushes

Fail 20 Aug 2005 217,955 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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G553 RKL is a 1990 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 146,609 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 G553 RKL, 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 36 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G553 RKL registered?

G553 RKL is a 1990 BMW 530, first registered on 2 January 1990.

Is G553 RKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G553 RKL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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