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HN51 XOC

2001 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

194,890 mi
Last recorded194,890 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN51 XOC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2022 194,890 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 194,545 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 194,248 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Mar 2020 194,248 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 192,840 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 191,267 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 187,131 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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)

Fail 11 Apr 2015 187,131 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2013 184,775 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 30 Mar 2011 178,167 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 177,241 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 20 Dec 2007 168,856 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 168,856 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 152,061 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 91,488 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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HN51 XOC is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HN51 XOC, 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 HN51 XOC registered?

HN51 XOC is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 23 October 2001.

Is HN51 XOC safe to buy?

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