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Y736 MRR

2001 BMW 530

Blue Lpg 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

166,961 mi
Last recorded166,961 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY736 MRR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2014 166,961 miles

Coolant leak

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

Oil leak

the boot floor of the vehicle is cracked and corroded this in not a structural area and is ok at the present time however if it gets worse it could cause a problem as the lpg tank is supported in the boot

Fail 14 Nov 2014 166,961 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Coolant leak

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

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

Oil leak

the boot floor of the vehicle is cracked and corroded this in not a structural area and is ok at the present time however if it gets worse it could cause a problem as the lpg tank is supported in the boot

Pass 7 Nov 2013 153,122 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside rear hand brake

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Oct 2013 152,932 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside rear hand brake

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2012 143,718 miles

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

front wiper blades starting to smear

Pass 3 Oct 2011 125,816 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 110,569 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 95,867 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 80,875 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 80,855 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2007 64,684 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 61,837 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 51,609 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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Y736 MRR is a 2001 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y736 MRR, 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.

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What year was Y736 MRR registered?

Y736 MRR is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 24 April 2001.

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