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HS51 XTZ

2001 BMW 530

Maroon Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

129,875 mi
Last recorded129,875 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS51 XTZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2012 129,875 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011
Pass 21 Dec 2010 114,109 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 104,864 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 94,177 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 84,551 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2006 74,056 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 62,422 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 62,387 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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HS51 XTZ is a 2001 BMW 530 in Maroon with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 HS51 XTZ, 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

How do I check the history of HS51 XTZ?

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What year was HS51 XTZ registered?

HS51 XTZ is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is HS51 XTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS51 XTZ shows 9 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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