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RAZ 4581

1988 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

300,000 mi
Last recorded300,000 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2007
Typical for 1988 BMW 530146,259 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAZ 4581
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2007 300,000 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)

nearside wiper worn

propshaft flexi mounting worn at gearbox

Fail 26 May 2007 300,000 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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)

n/s wiper blade worn

prop shaft flexible mounting worn at output from g/box

Pass 1 Jun 2006 300,000 miles

excessive corrosion o/s/f jacking point, not affecting brakes or steering and not prescribed area

Fail 26 May 2006 300,000 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

excessive corrosion o/s/f sill jacking point,not in a prescribed area, not affecting steering or braking

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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RAZ 4581 is a 1988 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 146,259 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 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RAZ 4581, 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 38 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 RAZ 4581 registered?

RAZ 4581 is a 1988 BMW 530, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is RAZ 4581 safe to buy?

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