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RO51 OAE

2001 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

136,787 mi
Last recorded136,787 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 OAE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 136,787 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 136,582 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 134,911 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 132,794 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 130,562 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 125,620 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 112,368 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018
Pass 5 Jul 2017 109,709 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 103,011 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 96,988 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 96,982 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 95,364 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 91,637 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 80,400 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 77,614 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 77,614 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 65,368 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 OAE is a 2001 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 OAE, 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 OAE registered?

RO51 OAE is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is RO51 OAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 OAE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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