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N921 ENX

1996 BMW 530

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,997 mi
Last recorded111,997 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2009
Typical for 1996 BMW 530127,769 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN921 ENX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2009 111,997 miles

1 of 2 centre exhaust mounts perished & splitting.

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

centre stop lamp not working.

exhaust corroded.

front & rear discs worn.

n/s rear tyre perished & worn on edges.

o/s rear perished.

slight knock in steering.

wipers smearing.

Pass 8 Apr 2008 105,971 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 99,822 miles

fluid on power steering hoses/pipes & pump - recommend attention

n/s/f brake hose slightly twisted/ & very close to suspension leg on full lock - strongly recommend attention

o/s centre exhaust rubber mount perished & splitting

trim covering outer sills

washers badly directed & n/s washer poor

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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N921 ENX is a 1996 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N921 ENX, 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 N921 ENX registered?

N921 ENX is a 1996 BMW 530, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N921 ENX safe to buy?

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