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W688 DVX

2000 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

217,168 mi
Last recorded217,168 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2021
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW688 DVX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2021 217,168 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 210,940 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 205,432 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 199,875 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 194,020 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear jacking point has slight corrosion

Pass 27 Sep 2016 182,498 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 178,596 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 161,981 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 152,622 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 144,288 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 135,934 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 130,287 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 125,420 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 114,313 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 101,296 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 101,296 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 88,447 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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W688 DVX is a 2000 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 W688 DVX, 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 W688 DVX registered?

W688 DVX is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 2 June 2000.

Is W688 DVX safe to buy?

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