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K797 XPH

1993 BMW 530

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 1993 BMW 530137,264 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK797 XPH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025
Pass 12 Jul 2024 104,591 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 104,286 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 103,705 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 102,866 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 102,146 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 101,394 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 100,326 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 100,326 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 99,137 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 97,783 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 96,318 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 94,016 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 91,608 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 88,963 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 85,417 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight play steering wheel

Pass 22 Jul 2009 82,324 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Propshaft component defective

Fail 20 Jul 2009 82,324 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Propshaft component defective

Pass 5 Feb 2008 79,803 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 78,723 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

both rear tyres perishing & close to legal limit

play in steering

power steering pipes damp

propshaft front rubber coupling split

washers badly directed

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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K797 XPH is a 1993 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1993 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 137,264 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 K797 XPH, 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 33 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 K797 XPH registered?

K797 XPH is a 1993 BMW 530, first registered on 31 March 1993.

Is K797 XPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K797 XPH shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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