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LW51 ZYT

2001 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

276,172 mi
Last recorded276,172 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW51 ZYT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 276,172 miles

exhaust system deteriorated

Centre Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Fail 27 Oct 2016 276,172 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Centre Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 24 Oct 2015 269,374 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 257,744 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 239,531 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 239,531 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 216,079 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 192,038 miles

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 192,038 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 177,518 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

small chips in front screen

Pass 28 Jul 2009 156,619 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

sign of perishing suspension bushes

small chips in front screen

very slight play o/s ball joint

Pass 4 Aug 2008 131,294 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 105,365 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 78,878 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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LW51 ZYT is a 2001 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 LW51 ZYT, 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 LW51 ZYT registered?

LW51 ZYT is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 5 November 2001.

Is LW51 ZYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW51 ZYT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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