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Y745 NWL

2001 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

153,943 mi
Last recorded153,943 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2010
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY745 NWL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2010 153,943 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f and front to rear brake pipes slight corrossion

rear brake discs slightly worn/scored and pitted

Fail 26 Jan 2010 153,898 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/f headlight aim very close to limit

o/s/f and front to rear brake pipes slight corrossion

rear brake discs slightly worn/scored and pitted

Pass 30 Jan 2009 132,558 miles

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

o/s/f washer jet advise adjusting

rear exhaust heat sheild insecure

signs of corrossion o/s sill

slight oil leak rear diff

Fail 30 Jan 2009 132,558 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

o/s/f washer jet advise adjusting

rear exhaust heat sheild insecure

signs of corrossion o/s sill

slight oil leak rear diff

Pass 29 Jan 2008 108,402 miles

oil leak from differential.

windscreen washers weak.

Pass 1 Sep 2006 92,736 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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Y745 NWL is a 2001 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y745 NWL, 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 Y745 NWL registered?

Y745 NWL is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 17 May 2001.

Is Y745 NWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y745 NWL shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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