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W385 EHK

2000 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

171,300 mi
Last recorded171,300 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW385 EHK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 171,300 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 166,115 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' x3 (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 160,217 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 155,823 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 151,290 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 144,327 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 8 Nov 2013 144,327 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 137,645 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 137,547 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 127,414 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 127,414 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 114,840 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 104,690 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 104,684 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 99,301 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 94,276 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 82,182 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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W385 EHK is a 2000 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 W385 EHK, 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

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What year was W385 EHK registered?

W385 EHK is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 11 July 2000.

Is W385 EHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W385 EHK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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