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P239 HGM

1996 BMW 530

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,007 mi
Last recorded60,007 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW 530127,769 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP239 HGM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 60,007 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 57,230 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 54,059 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 51,274 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 45,618 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 43,615 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 42,631 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 42,630 miles

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 38,938 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 36,724 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 36,717 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 36,256 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 35,202 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 33,821 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 33,821 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 32,826 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 31,499 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 30,278 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 29,129 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 27,631 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 26,571 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 25,508 miles

passengers rear door doesn't open

Pass 7 Mar 2006 24,164 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 24,164 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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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P239 HGM is a 1996 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P239 HGM, 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 P239 HGM registered?

P239 HGM is a 1996 BMW 530, first registered on 6 September 1996.

Is P239 HGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P239 HGM shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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