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RV51 EUU

2001 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

217,527 mi
Last recorded217,527 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 217,527 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 211,886 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 199,741 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 185,093 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 182,045 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 175,046 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 164,339 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 149,005 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 136,702 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 121,766 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 113,740 miles

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)

Fail 9 Oct 2008 113,739 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 1 Nov 2007 102,777 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 87,886 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 EUU is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EUU, 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 EUU registered?

RV51 EUU is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is RV51 EUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 EUU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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