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Y796 NVX

2001 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

165,787 mi
Last recorded165,787 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY796 NVX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 165,787 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 165,787 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 159,785 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 148,862 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 134,850 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 18 Jul 2011 134,738 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front brake discs worn on inside

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 30 Dec 2008 120,948 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 114,201 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 105,697 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Nov 2006 105,697 miles

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

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

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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Y796 NVX is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 Y796 NVX, 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 Y796 NVX registered?

Y796 NVX is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 15 May 2001.

Is Y796 NVX safe to buy?

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