MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
162,733 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Fuel pipe/s corroded
Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Oil leak
Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the BMW 530?
Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SIJ 5301 is a 1988 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1988 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 146,259 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 SIJ 5301, 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 38 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 SIJ 5301?
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What year was SIJ 5301 registered?
SIJ 5301 is a 1988 BMW 530, first registered on 15 December 1988.
Is SIJ 5301 safe to buy?
The MOT history for SIJ 5301 shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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