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T144 EGU

1999 BMW 530

Green Petrol 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

143,121 mi
Last recorded143,121 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2023
Typical for 1999 BMW 530136,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT144 EGU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2023 143,121 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 127,667 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 123,778 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 123,341 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 122,272 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 120,050 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 115,874 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 115,874 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 104,690 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 98,447 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 91,942 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 86,134 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 81,463 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 73,515 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 63,883 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 63,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 61,831 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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T144 EGU is a 1999 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 T144 EGU, 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.

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What year was T144 EGU registered?

T144 EGU is a 1999 BMW 530, first registered on 18 May 1999.

Is T144 EGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T144 EGU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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