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M698 VWC

1995 BMW 530

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

77,174 mi
Last recorded77,174 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 1995 BMW 530133,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM698 VWC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 77,174 miles

Both front seals slightly corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 76,876 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bump stops perished (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 74,144 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Apr 2015 72,812 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 71,501 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 69,973 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 68,892 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Mar 2011 67,836 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 66,569 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 65,350 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Feb 2008 63,639 miles

front right headlamp glass cracked.

Fail 29 Feb 2008 63,639 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front right headlamp glass cracked.

Pass 23 Mar 2007 61,901 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 59,511 miles

offside headlamp lense cracked but not affecting beam pattern

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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M698 VWC is a 1995 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1995 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 133,466 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 M698 VWC, 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 31 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 M698 VWC registered?

M698 VWC is a 1995 BMW 530, first registered on 7 January 1995.

Is M698 VWC safe to buy?

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