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W96 LAN

2000 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

211,669 mi
Last recorded211,669 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW96 LAN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 211,669 miles

all four wheel arch have slight corrosion

both inner sills and jacking points covered with covers unable to access

parts underbody has surface rust

underbody fitted with covers

Pass 16 Jan 2017 193,193 miles

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

both rear inner and front inner sills covered with under sealant can not be assessed

Pass 22 Jan 2016 184,070 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 174,090 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 163,063 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2014 163,063 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 152,748 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 140,044 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2011 129,780 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 120,833 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 115,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 115,627 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 107,552 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 97,422 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2006 89,982 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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W96 LAN is a 2000 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 W96 LAN, 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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What year was W96 LAN registered?

W96 LAN is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W96 LAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W96 LAN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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