CarVerify

Free Car Check

LC51 KXP

2001 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

165,846 mi
Last recorded165,846 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 KXP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 165,846 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 165,106 miles

both front tyres bald on inner edges

Pass 5 Nov 2015 161,134 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 157,064 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 157,064 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Fail 6 Nov 2013 150,150 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 150,150 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 148,009 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 141,285 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 131,147 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 118,103 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 118,103 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 14 Nov 2008 109,602 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 109,602 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 98,978 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 98,978 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2006 82,508 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
Full BMW 530 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LC51 KXP is a 2001 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LC51 KXP, 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

How do I check the history of LC51 KXP?

You can check the full history of LC51 KXP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LC51 KXP registered?

LC51 KXP is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is LC51 KXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC51 KXP shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LC51 KXP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LC51 KXP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.