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HF51 YRL

2001 BMW 530

Red Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

164,217 mi
Last recorded164,217 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 YRL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 164,217 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

parking brake performance within limit

Pass 26 Jan 2016 145,950 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 145,945 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 122,312 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise rear tyres wearing low

Pass 24 Jan 2014 94,569 miles

advise n/s/r tyre wearing low

Pass 11 Dec 2012 91,830 miles

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

near side rear tyre wear thin inner edge

off side rear tyre wear thin inner edge

Pass 7 Jan 2012 83,932 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 71,258 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 71,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 55,564 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 51,290 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 47,525 miles

Front and rear brake pads 7mm

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 43,168 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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HF51 YRL is a 2001 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2001 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 113,240 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 HF51 YRL, 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 25 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 HF51 YRL registered?

HF51 YRL is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is HF51 YRL safe to buy?

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