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RV51 DLK

2001 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

98,074 mi
Last recorded98,074 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 DLK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2013 98,074 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 96,289 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 96,289 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 90,495 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2009 83,710 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 80,144 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Feb 2008 70,574 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge

Fail 13 Feb 2008 70,574 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge

Pass 27 Jan 2007 54,721 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 39,701 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 39,677 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 DLK is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RV51 DLK, 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 DLK registered?

RV51 DLK is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is RV51 DLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 DLK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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