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K801 KCH

1993 BMW 530

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,106 mi
Last recorded113,106 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 1993 BMW 530137,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK801 KCH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 113,106 miles

under vehicle slightly corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2008 113,086 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

corrosion around front jacking points

Pass 17 Aug 2006 110,672 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOOK TO BE WORN LOW

Fail 16 Aug 2006 110,656 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front brake pads look low.

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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K801 KCH is a 1993 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K801 KCH, 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 K801 KCH registered?

K801 KCH is a 1993 BMW 530, first registered on 24 February 1993.

Is K801 KCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K801 KCH shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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