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Y814 RRA

2001 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

161,787 mi
Last recorded161,787 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY814 RRA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2013 161,787 miles

Both rear tyres low on tread

N/s/f & O/s/f brake pipes corroded

O/s/f to rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2012 156,494 miles

Both rear tyres getting low on tread & feathering on inner shoulders

Front brake discs worn/lipped

N/s & O/s front to rear brake pipes corroding

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

O/s/r coil spring close to body

Oil level low - topped up 1ltr

Traction control light on

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 148,605 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 142,260 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 136,759 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 130,111 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 121,121 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 117,833 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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Y814 RRA is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol 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 Y814 RRA, 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 Y814 RRA registered?

Y814 RRA is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 3 July 2001.

Is Y814 RRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y814 RRA 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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