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MT51 NTL

2001 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

111,252 mi
Last recorded111,252 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT51 NTL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2012 111,252 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 105,592 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 97,420 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 May 2009 91,039 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 91,037 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Slight play in both rear anti roll bar links, not excessive

Pass 27 May 2008 80,302 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 80,298 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Dec 2007 76,550 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

air-bag warning lamp on dash.

Pass 5 Dec 2007 76,550 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

air-bag warning lamp on dash.

Pass 4 Dec 2006 65,109 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 53,254 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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MT51 NTL is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MT51 NTL, 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 MT51 NTL registered?

MT51 NTL is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 22 November 2001.

Is MT51 NTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT51 NTL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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