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LB51 DWP

2001 BMW 530

Green Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

48,828 mi
Last recorded48,828 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 DWP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 48,828 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 47,695 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 45,576 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 41,683 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 39,097 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 36,514 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin ? (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin justlegal (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 34,943 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 34,118 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 34,118 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 32,705 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 31,884 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 31,508 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2014 31,125 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Dec 2013 30,381 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 29,723 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 28,993 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 28,231 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 27,261 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 26,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 24,556 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 22,373 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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LB51 DWP is a 2001 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 LB51 DWP, 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 LB51 DWP registered?

LB51 DWP is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 3 December 2001.

Is LB51 DWP safe to buy?

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