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HG51 VHZ

2001 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

155,340 mi
Last recorded155,340 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 VHZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 155,340 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 151,782 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 148,587 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 144,349 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 141,212 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 137,692 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 133,599 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 128,100 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 122,243 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 122,202 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 122,165 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 122,165 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 May 2014 122,084 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 122,068 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 121,883 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 119,737 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 117,387 miles

nail removed from o/s rear tyre

Pass 22 Apr 2010 115,224 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 115,224 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 111,997 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 109,338 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2007 105,821 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 102,292 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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HG51 VHZ is a 2001 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 HG51 VHZ, 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 HG51 VHZ registered?

HG51 VHZ is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 6 November 2001.

Is HG51 VHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG51 VHZ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HG51 VHZ have outstanding finance?

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