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GCZ 8142

2000 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

245,409 mi
Last recorded245,409 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCZ 8142
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 245,409 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 235,573 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 223,591 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 210,031 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 197,711 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

rubber coupling on rear of gearbox splitting

Fail 13 Sep 2011 197,702 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

brake reaction bushes at front worn

rubber coupling on rear of gearbox splitting

Pass 14 Sep 2010 185,399 miles

movement in both front brake reaction bushes (cant see fully due to under body covers fitted)

Fail 14 Sep 2010 185,391 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

movement in both front brake reaction bushes (cant see fully due to under body covers fitted)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 176,210 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

front to rear fuel pipes corroding

o/s/f wiper blade split

Pass 4 Sep 2008 165,414 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 151,199 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 138,857 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 131,187 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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GCZ 8142 is a 2000 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 GCZ 8142, 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 GCZ 8142 registered?

GCZ 8142 is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is GCZ 8142 safe to buy?

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