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S582 GUM

1998 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

273,671 mi
Last recorded273,671 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2019
Typical for 1998 BMW 530135,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS582 GUM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2019 273,671 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 263,804 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 254,686 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 243,626 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 233,565 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 223,500 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 215,349 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 204,878 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 190,441 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 175,880 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 154,033 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 153,479 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2008 151,118 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 3 Jan 2007 139,472 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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S582 GUM is a 1998 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1998 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 135,918 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 S582 GUM, 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 28 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 S582 GUM registered?

S582 GUM is a 1998 BMW 530, first registered on 21 December 1998.

Is S582 GUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S582 GUM 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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