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VN51 CXP

2001 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,172 mi
Last recorded104,172 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2006
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN51 CXP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2006 104,172 miles

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

Propshaft component defective

Pass 21 Oct 2005 77,670 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005 77,540 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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VN51 CXP is a 2001 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 113,240 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 VN51 CXP, 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 25 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 VN51 CXP?

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What year was VN51 CXP registered?

VN51 CXP is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 5 November 2001.

Is VN51 CXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN51 CXP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VN51 CXP have outstanding finance?

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