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K2 BUJ

1999 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2023
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

220,765 mi
Last recorded220,765 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2022
Typical for 1999 BMW 530136,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK2 BUJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2022 220,765 miles

NS headlamp image deteriorated

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

OSR sill corroded

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Sep 2022 220,765 miles

NS headlamp image deteriorated

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

OSR sill corroded

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 218,668 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under covers and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 25 Sep 2020 213,584 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 213,580 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 201,390 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear jack points corroded but are covered and not allowing inspection.-Under body is covered from manufacture also not allowing full inspection.

Rear tyres worn inner edges.

Pass 20 Sep 2018 198,848 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Under covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 14 Sep 2017 189,446 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 189,423 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 179,840 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 172,503 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 172,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 166,753 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 161,378 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Sep 2013 161,378 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 153,016 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 146,592 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 141,320 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 134,831 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 128,813 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 121,593 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 115,498 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 109,667 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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K2 BUJ is a 1999 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1999 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 136,338 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 K2 BUJ, 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 27 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K2 BUJ registered?

K2 BUJ is a 1999 BMW 530, first registered on 22 September 1999.

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