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L196 NFC

1993 BMW 530

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

169,682 mi
Last recorded169,682 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2007
Typical for 1993 BMW 530137,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL196 NFC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2007 169,682 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 166,876 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 163,147 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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L196 NFC is a 1993 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L196 NFC, 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

How do I check the history of L196 NFC?

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What year was L196 NFC registered?

L196 NFC is a 1993 BMW 530, first registered on 8 October 1993.

Is L196 NFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L196 NFC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L196 NFC have outstanding finance?

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