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M2 MEA

1999 BMW 530

Red Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

61,074 mi
Last recorded61,074 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW 530136,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM2 MEA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 61,074 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 59,315 miles

Lower under tray and top engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2024 57,530 miles

Lower under tray and top engine covers fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2023 55,718 miles

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2022 54,910 miles

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

Pass 7 May 2021 53,516 miles

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2019 52,379 miles

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2018 51,661 miles

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2017 50,813 miles

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2016 49,619 miles

Lower undertray and top covers fitted

emissions not detected

Pass 15 Dec 2015 48,987 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2015 48,987 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 48,147 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 47,019 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 41,995 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 40,447 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 38,956 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 38,906 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 37,211 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 35,460 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 32,693 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 30,718 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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M2 MEA is a 1999 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1999 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 136,338 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 M2 MEA, 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 27 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 M2 MEA registered?

M2 MEA is a 1999 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is M2 MEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M2 MEA shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M2 MEA have outstanding finance?

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