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H493 LDP

1991 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,719 mi
Last recorded152,719 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2008
Typical for 1991 BMW 530157,387 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH493 LDP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2008 152,719 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 145,343 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2006 136,703 miles

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

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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H493 LDP is a 1991 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 157,387 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 H493 LDP, 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 35 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 H493 LDP registered?

H493 LDP is a 1991 BMW 530, first registered on 23 April 1991.

Is H493 LDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H493 LDP shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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