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P466 LBA

1997 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,338 mi
Last recorded152,338 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 BMW 530105,541 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP466 LBA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2013 152,338 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2012 139,523 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 149,132 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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P466 LBA is a 1997 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 105,541 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 P466 LBA, 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 29 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 P466 LBA registered?

P466 LBA is a 1997 BMW 530, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P466 LBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P466 LBA shows 3 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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