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X972 BGU

2000 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,985 mi
Last recorded166,985 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2014
Typical for 2000 BMW 530124,529 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX972 BGU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2014 166,985 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2013 153,760 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 140,589 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 126,836 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 24 Sep 2010 114,555 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 102,420 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 88,935 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 76,083 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 64,421 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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X972 BGU is a 2000 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X972 BGU, 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 X972 BGU registered?

X972 BGU is a 2000 BMW 530, first registered on 4 October 2000.

Is X972 BGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X972 BGU shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X972 BGU have outstanding finance?

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