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RV51 DBY

2001 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

166,785 mi
Last recorded166,785 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2010
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 DBY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2010 166,785 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 162,152 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 156,422 miles

heavy corrosion on fuel lines

Fail 30 Jul 2008 156,420 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

heavy corrosion on fuel lines

Pass 6 Dec 2006 143,207 miles

front brake discs deteriorated slightly.

Fail 5 Dec 2006 143,190 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

front brake discs deteriorated slightly

Fail 27 Nov 2006 143,049 miles

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

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

front brake discs pads - wear appear low.

wear & corrosion to both front brake discs (inner face).

Pass 15 Nov 2005 120,594 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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RV51 DBY is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RV51 DBY, 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 RV51 DBY registered?

RV51 DBY is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is RV51 DBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 DBY shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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