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J14 BSB

2001 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

124,666 mi
Last recorded124,666 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ14 BSB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 124,666 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 120,817 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 117,598 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 114,998 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 110,949 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 107,716 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 107,629 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 105,107 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 100,303 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 96,267 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 91,293 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 82,923 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 74,811 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 67,394 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 61,643 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 55,189 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 54,293 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 54,293 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 15 Oct 2009 53,083 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 53,083 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 48,959 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 48,959 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 39,252 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 35,571 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2005 31,226 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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J14 BSB is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 J14 BSB, 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 J14 BSB registered?

J14 BSB is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 21 May 2001.

Is J14 BSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J14 BSB shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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