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X833 DDF

2000 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,403 mi
Last recorded149,403 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2014
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX833 DDF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2014 149,403 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 143,343 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre worn sharply on inner edge

offside front tyre worn sharply on inner edge

Pass 26 Sep 2012 138,277 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 138,275 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 127,946 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 101,132 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 93,119 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 83,835 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 83,835 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 70,313 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 59,736 miles

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

screw in near side rear tyre

Pass 14 Oct 2005 47,172 miles

Both front tyres are worn on edges and are at the legal limit - Advise replacement

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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X833 DDF is a 2000 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol 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 X833 DDF, 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 X833 DDF?

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What year was X833 DDF registered?

X833 DDF is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 29 November 2000.

Is X833 DDF safe to buy?

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