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H987 XUU

1990 BMW 530

Red Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

116,509 mi
Last recorded116,509 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2014
Typical for 1990 BMW 530146,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH987 XUU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2014 116,509 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

fuel pipe corroded

rear silencer box corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2013 115,090 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 112,822 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 110,695 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 107,642 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 105,093 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 101,626 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 98,414 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 98,413 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 93,739 miles

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

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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H987 XUU is a 1990 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 H987 XUU, 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

How do I check the history of H987 XUU?

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What year was H987 XUU registered?

H987 XUU is a 1990 BMW 530, first registered on 24 August 1990.

Is H987 XUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H987 XUU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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