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MK51 JUX

2001 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,999 mi
Last recorded117,999 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK51 JUX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2014 117,999 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

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

Fail 4 Dec 2014 117,999 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

E M L light displayed

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 110,728 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 106,951 miles

Both front tyres have cuts in tread not reaching cords

Both rear tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 15 Dec 2011 106,944 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 106,262 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 105,003 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

front pads and discs warn low

offside mirror flexing

offside rear tyre tread depth on limits of 1.6mm

plastic under tray broken

rear brake pads and discs

Fail 8 Dec 2008 104,930 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Temporary fuel cap fitted

front pads and discs warn low

offside mirror flexing

offside rear tyre tread depth on limits of 1.6mm

plastic under tray broken

rear brake pads and discs

Pass 3 May 2007 100,682 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 91,116 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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MK51 JUX is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MK51 JUX, 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 MK51 JUX registered?

MK51 JUX is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is MK51 JUX safe to buy?

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