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V501 GVU

2000 BMW 530

Red Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,034 mi
Last recorded124,034 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2007
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV501 GVU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2007 124,034 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 117,411 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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V501 GVU is a 2000 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 124,529 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 V501 GVU, 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 26 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 V501 GVU?

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What year was V501 GVU registered?

V501 GVU is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 1 February 2000.

Is V501 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V501 GVU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V501 GVU have outstanding finance?

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