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HK51 RUC

2001 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

173,899 mi
Last recorded173,899 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK51 RUC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2016 173,899 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 161,735 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 152,171 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 139,896 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 128,074 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2010 118,455 miles
Pass 4 May 2009 100,403 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 86,410 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 75,142 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 57,667 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2005 57,667 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)

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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HK51 RUC is a 2001 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HK51 RUC, 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.

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What year was HK51 RUC registered?

HK51 RUC is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is HK51 RUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK51 RUC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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