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M530 BAM

1994 BMW 530

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,003 mi
Last recorded112,003 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 1994 BMW 530132,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM530 BAM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2019 112,003 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 111,261 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 111,261 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 110,556 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 109,554 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 109,554 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 108,698 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 108,001 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 107,337 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 107,337 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 106,655 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 105,963 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 105,963 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 105,037 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 104,463 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 104,463 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 103,795 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 103,795 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 103,358 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 103,358 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 102,805 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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M530 BAM is a 1994 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 132,801 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M530 BAM, 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 32 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M530 BAM registered?

M530 BAM is a 1994 BMW 530, first registered on 12 September 1994.

Is M530 BAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M530 BAM shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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