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HK51 WCD

2001 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

80,443 mi
Last recorded80,443 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK51 WCD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2021 80,443 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 75,219 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2019 70,216 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2017 69,937 miles

Nearside Front headlamp adjuster getting deteriorated

Nearside Rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge

brake pipes have surface corrosion in areas

Fail 14 Dec 2017 69,937 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front headlamp adjuster getting deteriorated

Nearside Rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge

brake pipes have surface corrosion in areas

Pass 23 Nov 2016 59,479 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 58,046 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2015 57,990 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 56,640 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pads worn,strongly advise replacement

Pass 25 Nov 2013 55,748 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pads worn,advise replacement

Pass 17 Dec 2012 54,761 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front and nearside rear brake discs scored

nearside front tyre worn on the inside edge

rear brake pads worn,advise replacement

Pass 16 Dec 2011 53,665 miles

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

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 4 Jan 2011 52,968 miles

front tyres worn on the inside edge

not all steering and brake components could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2009 52,333 miles

all tyres worn on the inside edges

not all steering and brake components could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2008 51,463 miles

not all steering and brake components could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Pass 28 Dec 2007 50,166 miles

not all steering and brake components could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2007 48,111 miles

not al brake and steering components could be inspected due to covers under the vehicle

Pass 16 Jan 2006 46,107 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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HK51 WCD is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WCD, 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 HK51 WCD registered?

HK51 WCD is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is HK51 WCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK51 WCD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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