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Y802 NVW

2001 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,048 mi
Last recorded139,048 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY802 NVW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 25 Jan 2013 139,048 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 133,330 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 112,215 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 91,687 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 72,366 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 68,739 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 59,947 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 47,144 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

air bab warning lamp is on

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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Y802 NVW is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y802 NVW, 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

How do I check the history of Y802 NVW?

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What year was Y802 NVW registered?

Y802 NVW is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 30 April 2001.

Is Y802 NVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y802 NVW shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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