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RD51 ZBG

2001 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,156 mi
Last recorded159,156 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2008
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD51 ZBG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2008 159,156 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 122,742 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Dec 2006 122,742 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Dec 2005 89,507 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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RD51 ZBG is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RD51 ZBG, 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 RD51 ZBG registered?

RD51 ZBG is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RD51 ZBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RD51 ZBG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RD51 ZBG have outstanding finance?

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