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X157 UFS

2000 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

250,906 mi
Last recorded250,906 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2020
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX157 UFS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2020 250,906 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

fuel pipes corroded under the car

Pass 18 Dec 2018 249,220 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe across the body (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 241,851 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 232,266 miles

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

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

Under trays in place

Pass 16 Sep 2015 225,518 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area ? (5.2.6)

Under trays in place ?

Pass 9 Jul 2014 220,379 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 212,148 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 205,207 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 193,548 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 185,059 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 184,875 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 173,973 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 165,011 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2007 153,336 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 1 Feb 2006 141,677 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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X157 UFS is a 2000 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 X157 UFS, 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 X157 UFS registered?

X157 UFS is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 7 September 2000.

Is X157 UFS safe to buy?

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