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RV51 YSK

2001 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

165,048 mi
Last recorded165,048 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 YSK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 165,048 miles

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

fuel pipes starting to corrode

Fail 5 May 2018 164,855 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

fuel pipes starting to corrode

Pass 6 May 2017 154,478 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2016 140,955 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2015 130,657 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 May 2014 125,644 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2014 125,644 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 May 2013 119,425 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 115,848 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2011 110,179 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 106,470 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2009 101,373 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 94,844 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 85,684 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 85,684 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 73,134 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 73,134 miles

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

cuts to sidewall n/s/f tyre

Pass 4 Feb 2006 58,565 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 YSK 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 77.8%.

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 YSK, 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 YSK registered?

RV51 YSK is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is RV51 YSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 YSK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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