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LR51 KBU

2001 BMW 530

Blue Lpg 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

344,188 mi
Last recorded344,188 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 KBU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 344,188 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2025 344,188 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 331,601 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2024 331,600 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 315,027 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 298,863 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 278,342 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2021 274,071 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 257,755 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 236,247 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 236,247 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 218,271 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2018 218,226 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 193,290 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 193,290 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded BY FUEL TANK (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 170,686 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 127,758 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Heat deflector loose over rear silencer

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 99,918 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 83,982 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 78,302 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 67,922 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 67,922 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 59,274 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 51,036 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 42,973 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 34,461 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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LR51 KBU is a 2001 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LR51 KBU, 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 LR51 KBU registered?

LR51 KBU is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is LR51 KBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 KBU shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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