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P3 LRN

2001 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,241 mi
Last recorded118,241 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP3 LRN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2024 118,241 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 117,921 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2021 117,663 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 116,754 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 116,549 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 116,384 miles

Nearside Front Nearside front tyre perishing in tread pattern

Pass 23 Nov 2017 116,359 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 116,209 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 115,489 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 114,609 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 111,940 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 107,465 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 104,654 miles

all brake discs slightly worn

Pass 23 Oct 2010 101,682 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 99,240 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 96,531 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 90,580 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2006 76,339 miles

nearside rear tyre worn down to 2mm

offside rear tyre worn down to 3mm

Pass 14 Nov 2005 61,101 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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P3 LRN is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P3 LRN, 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

How do I check the history of P3 LRN?

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What year was P3 LRN registered?

P3 LRN is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is P3 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P3 LRN shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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