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N583 AWP

1996 BMW 530

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

166,708 mi
Last recorded166,708 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW 530127,769 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN583 AWP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 166,708 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 165,203 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 164,922 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 164,922 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 163,664 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 163,664 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 162,500 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 155,855 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 155,817 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 155,817 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 149,862 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 142,635 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 127,936 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 127,936 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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N583 AWP is a 1996 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 127,769 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 N583 AWP, 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 30 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 N583 AWP registered?

N583 AWP is a 1996 BMW 530, first registered on 16 January 1996.

Is N583 AWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N583 AWP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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