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J338 SRX

1991 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

212,471 mi
Last recorded212,471 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2006
Typical for 1991 BMW 530157,387 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ338 SRX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2006 212,471 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 212,471 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

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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J338 SRX is a 1991 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 157,387 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J338 SRX, 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 35 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 J338 SRX registered?

J338 SRX is a 1991 BMW 530, first registered on 27 August 1991.

Is J338 SRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J338 SRX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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