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LN51 EZC

2001 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

197,888 mi
Last recorded197,888 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 EZC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 197,888 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inside (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inside and cracking in sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2022 197,888 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inside (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inside and cracking in sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 194,757 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

all tyres worn inner edge low

Fail 14 Jul 2021 194,757 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

all tyres worn inner edge low

brake warning light on dash

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 186,548 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Sep 2019 177,883 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2019 177,882 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low headlight beam adjuster insecure (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 160,141 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 138,795 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 138,795 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 120,097 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 120,097 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 97,699 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 97,698 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 85,148 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 82,056 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 72,016 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 64,391 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 56,050 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 51,302 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2008 45,770 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 39,341 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 34,999 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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LN51 EZC is a 2001 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 LN51 EZC, 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 LN51 EZC registered?

LN51 EZC is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is LN51 EZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN51 EZC shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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