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M200 OTS

2001 BMW 530

Maroon Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,675 mi
Last recorded18,675 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM200 OTS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 26 May 2023 18,675 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 18,596 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 18,536 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 18,489 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 18,281 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2018 18,024 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 May 2017 17,849 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2016 17,663 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2015 17,513 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2013 17,388 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 17,278 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 16,747 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 16,223 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 15,889 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 15,399 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 15,010 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 14,272 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 13,135 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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M200 OTS is a 2001 BMW 530 in Maroon with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M200 OTS, 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 M200 OTS registered?

M200 OTS is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is M200 OTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M200 OTS shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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