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W548 PGW

2000 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

254,454 mi
Last recorded254,454 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2017
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW548 PGW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2017 254,454 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 233,761 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 229,809 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 141,560 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 133,506 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 126,391 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 126,390 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 119,871 miles

n/s/r o/s/r tyres have a cut but no cords showing

Fail 2 Jun 2011 119,865 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

n/s/r o/s/r tyres have a cut but no cords showing

Pass 27 May 2010 112,630 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 99,771 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 99,771 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 May 2008 93,558 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW.

Pass 12 Jun 2007 87,709 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 81,830 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 81,830 miles

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

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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W548 PGW is a 2000 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W548 PGW, 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 W548 PGW registered?

W548 PGW is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 10 May 2000.

Is W548 PGW safe to buy?

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