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RO51 AFZ

2001 BMW 530

Gold Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

144,931 mi
Last recorded144,931 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 AFZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 144,931 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all around (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Oct 2025 144,931 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all around (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 142,026 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 141,123 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 141,119 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 140,073 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 138,680 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))

both offside front lower outer ball joint gaitors perishing

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 15 Oct 2020 137,511 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 136,949 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cut in tread

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2019 136,934 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre perishing & sidewall cuts

Nearside Rear tyre cut in tread

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 133,874 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower both lower ball joint boots perishing

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

fuel cap seal perishing

Fail 15 Oct 2018 133,868 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower both lower ball joint boots perishing

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 8 Nov 2017 130,417 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 122,733 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 110,888 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 108,681 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 108,668 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

1x brake pipe by fuel tank corroding

Pass 4 Sep 2013 100,559 miles

Front brake discs corroded inner surfaces

Front tyres worn inner edges

Front/rear brake pipe corroded(by fuel tank)

Parking brake effeciency low 17%

Fail 4 Sep 2013 100,559 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Front brake discs corroded inner surfaces

Front tyres worn inner edges

Front/rear brake pipe corroded(by fuel tank)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 94,645 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 86,955 miles

Metal brake pipes by fuel tank starting to corrode

Pass 4 Aug 2010 79,816 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 74,098 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 64,679 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 57,393 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 52,862 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 48,421 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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RO51 AFZ is a 2001 BMW 530 in Gold with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RO51 AFZ, 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 RO51 AFZ registered?

RO51 AFZ is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is RO51 AFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 AFZ shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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