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R530 WLN

1998 BMW 750

Red Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

125,558 mi
Last recorded125,558 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2010
Typical for 1998 BMW 750112,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR530 WLN
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2010 125,558 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 116,145 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 116,145 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 107,593 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 107,593 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 28 Mar 2007 98,377 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 98,377 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 88,420 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 750?

Based on 25,710 MOT tests across 2,426 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
4,144
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 876
Brake pipe excessively corroded 801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 487
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 426
position lamp(s) not working 369
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R530 WLN is a 1998 BMW 750 in Red with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 112,542 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R530 WLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this BMW 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R530 WLN?

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What year was R530 WLN registered?

R530 WLN is a 1998 BMW 750, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R530 WLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R530 WLN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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