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RG51 JRO

2001 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

196,528 mi
Last recorded196,528 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG51 JRO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2016 196,528 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 189,860 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Nov 2015 189,834 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 182,057 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 172,465 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 172,451 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 28 Sep 2012 154,268 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

battery low

slight play at power rack o/s

traction light on

Pass 28 Sep 2012 154,268 miles

battery low

slight play at power rack o/s

traction light on

Pass 30 Sep 2011 131,237 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)

slight play n/s/r anti-roll bar droplink

traction light on

Pass 1 Oct 2010 107,384 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 85,639 miles

both front tyres starting to scrub on inner edges

slight play at power rack o/s

Pass 2 Oct 2008 70,039 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 29 Oct 2007 57,202 miles

both front tyres wear on edges

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 46,063 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 40,635 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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RG51 JRO is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RG51 JRO, 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 RG51 JRO registered?

RG51 JRO is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is RG51 JRO safe to buy?

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