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X401 EBL

2000 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

68,050 mi
Last recorded68,050 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2020
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX401 EBL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2020 68,050 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 67,234 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 65,999 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 64,167 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Jan 2016 62,266 miles

Nearside Front 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 2 Feb 2015 59,743 miles

Nearside Front 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 56,372 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2014 56,372 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 52,710 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 48,618 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 48,618 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 46,247 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 44,424 miles

off side front tyre wall slightly defaced

Pass 18 Jul 2008 42,461 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 40,555 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jul 2007 40,555 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 35,930 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 35,930 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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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X401 EBL is a 2000 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 X401 EBL, 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 X401 EBL registered?

X401 EBL is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 8 November 2000.

Is X401 EBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X401 EBL shows 18 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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