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W39 VJB

2000 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

137,274 mi
Last recorded137,274 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW39 VJB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 137,274 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges

Offside Outer sill rusty

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 May 2016 132,355 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

undercover panels fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 26 May 2015 129,560 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 May 2015 129,558 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2014 123,991 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 118,481 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside outer sill showing signs of rust

sill covers fitted

Pass 11 Jun 2012 113,720 miles

o/s rear outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2011 110,373 miles

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 107,485 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 104,157 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 102,227 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2007 95,945 miles

centre section of exhaust blowing

handbrake efficiency low - on legal limit

Pass 23 Feb 2006 81,370 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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W39 VJB is a 2000 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 W39 VJB, 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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W39 VJB is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 28 July 2000.

Is W39 VJB safe to buy?

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