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X789 YAK

2000 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

198,048 mi
Last recorded198,048 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX789 YAK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 198,048 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner front arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 178,104 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2013 160,230 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 154,471 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Fail 19 Dec 2012 154,470 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2011 145,209 miles

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Fail 20 Dec 2011 145,209 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 135,941 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 126,756 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 103,415 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 103,415 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 88,248 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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X789 YAK is a 2000 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 X789 YAK, 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 X789 YAK registered?

X789 YAK is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 13 December 2000.

Is X789 YAK safe to buy?

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