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R3 RMX

2001 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

116,947 mi
Last recorded116,947 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 RMX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 116,947 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2017 116,947 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2015 108,855 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 90,169 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2014 90,169 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

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

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

Fail 23 Dec 2013 89,097 miles

Centre Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 84,446 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 77,927 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 71,293 miles

offside front brake hose rubber slightly cut/damaged

Pass 12 Feb 2009 60,027 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 53,632 miles

front tyres are wearing on outer edges

offside rear tyre has 2mm tread

Pass 9 Feb 2007 48,956 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 42,649 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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R3 RMX is a 2001 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R3 RMX, 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 R3 RMX registered?

R3 RMX is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is R3 RMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 RMX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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