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G716 YVX

1990 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

153,759 mi
Last recorded153,759 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 1990 BMW 530146,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG716 YVX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 153,759 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front o/s/f jacking point corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2015 145,274 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Jan 2015 145,245 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jan 2014 136,455 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 135,538 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

front suspension bump stops worn

Pass 5 Jan 2012 133,062 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

both front suspension bump stops broken

front fog lamps insecure

offside front inner sill corroded through

Fail 3 Jan 2012 133,058 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

both front suspension bump stops broken

front fog lamps insecure

offside front inner sill corroded through

Pass 30 Dec 2010 130,936 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 128,522 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 124,128 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 121,254 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 117,096 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 111,415 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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G716 YVX is a 1990 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 G716 YVX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G716 YVX registered?

G716 YVX is a 1990 BMW 530, first registered on 2 January 1990.

Is G716 YVX safe to buy?

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