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W209 NSF

2000 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

218,343 mi
Last recorded218,343 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW209 NSF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2019 218,343 miles

Both sills are covered in plastic mud-guards, unable to assess.

Fluid in Headlamps not reducing output.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Handbrake effort just met, will need attention, have advised presenter

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2018 205,566 miles

Anti rollbar linkage play

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Sill covers fitted at time of test could not assess sills on both side some sign of corrosion

Pass 24 Jun 2017 193,189 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 178,578 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

offside parking brake efficiency just met

Pass 29 May 2015 168,749 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 May 2014 161,016 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 155,202 miles

condensation in headlights but still got pattern

Pass 15 Jun 2012 151,330 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 148,698 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 141,523 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 141,512 miles

Offside coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 May 2009 135,315 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 May 2008 123,375 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 113,569 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 104,141 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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W209 NSF is a 2000 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 W209 NSF, 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.

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What year was W209 NSF registered?

W209 NSF is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 20 June 2000.

Is W209 NSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W209 NSF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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