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W799 NYJ

2000 BMW 530

Red Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW799 NYJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017

Plastic sill covers fitted

Rear metal brake pipes corroded

Vehicle undertrays fitted

Fail 31 Aug 2017

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Both Front - Rear Metal Brake Pipes Minor Corrosion

Metal Fuel Pipes Rear - Front Minor Corrosion

Mileage Unreadable

Offside Front Tyre Tread Very Close To Legal Limit On 2mm 225 55 16 95W Dunlop

Parking Brake Travel

Under Trays Fitted & Sills Covered Obscuring Some Components From Inspection

Pass 23 Aug 2016 151,533 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 146,560 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 134,323 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 124,235 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 124,235 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 95,960 miles

both front drop link arms gators split

Pass 10 Aug 2009 88,072 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 88,072 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 79,010 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 73,061 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 62,439 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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W799 NYJ is a 2000 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W799 NYJ, 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 W799 NYJ registered?

W799 NYJ is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W799 NYJ safe to buy?

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