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LT51 FZW

2001 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,783 mi
Last recorded154,783 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT51 FZW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 154,783 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre perished, not excessive at time of test

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2017 145,636 miles

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

Engine cover fitted obscuring some components

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front to Rear ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Jan 2017 145,226 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Engine cover fitted obscuring some components

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front to Rear ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2016 138,562 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 131,258 miles

fuel pipes starting to rust

Pass 8 Nov 2013 120,811 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 112,618 miles

all tyres wearing low

front discs rusting

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 9 Nov 2011 105,131 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 93,676 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 93,676 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 80,110 miles

all tyres starting to wear low

Pass 1 Aug 2008 70,561 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 70,561 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 58,369 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 47,755 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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LT51 FZW is a 2001 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LT51 FZW, 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.

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What year was LT51 FZW registered?

LT51 FZW is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 5 October 2001.

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