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LS51 XDV

2001 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

127,150 mi
Last recorded127,150 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS51 XDV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2018 127,150 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2018 127,150 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 123,724 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 116,406 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

cover fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2015 109,493 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 102,533 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 97,861 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

no smoke meter reading detected

Pass 28 Sep 2012 91,382 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 84,594 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 77,332 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 4 Oct 2010 77,239 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Oct 2009 68,685 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 59,103 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 49,863 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 40,835 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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LS51 XDV is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LS51 XDV, 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 LS51 XDV registered?

LS51 XDV is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is LS51 XDV safe to buy?

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