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RO51 NFU

2001 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

222,298 mi
Last recorded222,298 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 NFU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2019 222,298 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 215,345 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 205,402 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 199,202 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 21 Feb 2015 190,517 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 170,545 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 148,453 miles

Front Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 148,453 miles

Front Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 135,546 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 125,105 miles

advise parking brake only just met requirements

Pass 17 Feb 2010 110,689 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 105,102 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2007 102,093 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 91,356 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 82,302 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 82,302 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 75,601 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 NFU is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 NFU, 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 NFU registered?

RO51 NFU is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is RO51 NFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 NFU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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