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OY51 OPW

2001 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,349 mi
Last recorded87,349 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY51 OPW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2015 87,349 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 87,349 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 75,997 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 75,997 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 71,797 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Oil leak

offside front wiper slightly smearing screen

Pass 31 Mar 2012 67,722 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 62,414 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 55,898 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 50,257 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 44,206 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 38,599 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 32,632 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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OY51 OPW is a 2001 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OY51 OPW, 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 OY51 OPW registered?

OY51 OPW is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is OY51 OPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY51 OPW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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