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Y623 NBL

2001 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,112 mi
Last recorded93,112 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY623 NBL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 93,112 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 82,244 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2013 74,336 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 74,336 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012
Pass 10 Jun 2011 61,115 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 59,096 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Jun 2009
Pass 13 Jun 2008 52,837 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 49,624 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 48,073 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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Y623 NBL is a 2001 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 113,240 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 Y623 NBL, 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 25 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 Y623 NBL registered?

Y623 NBL is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 4 June 2001.

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The MOT history for Y623 NBL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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