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W828 YDN

2000 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,875 mi
Last recorded96,875 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2013
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW828 YDN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2013 96,875 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 22 Mar 2013 96,775 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 19 May 2012 88,301 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2012 88,301 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 80,229 miles

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

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

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 179,731 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 170,900 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 156,547 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 142,067 miles

air bag warning lamp staying on

battery insecure

boot struts defective

oil leak

propshaft defective

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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W828 YDN is a 2000 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W828 YDN, 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 W828 YDN registered?

W828 YDN is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 29 March 2000.

Is W828 YDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W828 YDN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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