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S92 ORV

1999 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

156,569 mi
Last recorded156,569 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2012
Typical for 1999 BMW 530136,338 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS92 ORV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2012 156,569 miles

rear discs worn

Fail 12 Nov 2012 15,616 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

rear discs worn

traction control light on

Pass 12 Dec 2011 151,585 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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)

rear discs deteriorating

Fail 2 Dec 2011 151,481 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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)

rear discs deteriorating

Pass 2 Dec 2010 147,436 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

corrosion to off side rear sill outer

Pass 3 Dec 2009 129,223 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 112,437 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 112,437 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 100,099 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2007 100,099 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 95,774 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 12 Dec 2006 95,672 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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)

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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S92 ORV is a 1999 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1999 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 136,338 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 S92 ORV, 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 27 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S92 ORV?

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What year was S92 ORV registered?

S92 ORV is a 1999 BMW 530, first registered on 6 February 1999.

Is S92 ORV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S92 ORV shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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