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L6 WOD

2001 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

209,726 mi
Last recorded209,726 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL6 WOD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2012 209,726 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 200,257 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 189,812 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 182,163 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 174,021 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 121,251 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both front tyres worn on inner & outer edges

handbrake effort low 19%

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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L6 WOD is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 113,240 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 L6 WOD, 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 25 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 L6 WOD registered?

L6 WOD is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 21 May 2001.

Is L6 WOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L6 WOD shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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