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PG51 DWL

2001 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

148,579 mi
Last recorded148,579 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG51 DWL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2012 148,579 miles

Offside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 147,102 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 137,339 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 136,969 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

rear brake discs worn

Pass 9 Oct 2009 129,417 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 123,985 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 117,696 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 111,234 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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PG51 DWL is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PG51 DWL, 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 PG51 DWL?

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What year was PG51 DWL registered?

PG51 DWL is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 18 October 2001.

Is PG51 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG51 DWL shows 8 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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