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X524 OCX

2000 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,396 mi
Last recorded127,396 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2007
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX524 OCX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2007 127,396 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges advise tracking check

Pass 13 Dec 2006 107,708 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 89,213 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2005 89,213 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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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X524 OCX is a 2000 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X524 OCX, 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

How do I check the history of X524 OCX?

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What year was X524 OCX registered?

X524 OCX is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 23 September 2000.

Is X524 OCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X524 OCX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X524 OCX have outstanding finance?

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