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H71 VCG

1991 BMW 530

White Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,311 mi
Last recorded117,311 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2011
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

RegistrationH71 VCG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2011 117,311 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 18 May 2009 108,858 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 100,977 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 100,678 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 94,997 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 91,350 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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H71 VCG is a 1991 BMW 530 in White with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 H71 VCG, 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 H71 VCG registered?

H71 VCG is a 1991 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H71 VCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for H71 VCG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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