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Y821 VAJ

2001 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

119,765 mi
Last recorded119,765 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY821 VAJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2014 119,765 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jun 2014 119,765 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2013 117,535 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 113,406 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 109,321 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 103,641 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 98,081 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 92,563 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 86,088 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 77,435 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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Y821 VAJ is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y821 VAJ, 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 Y821 VAJ?

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What year was Y821 VAJ registered?

Y821 VAJ is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 6 March 2001.

Is Y821 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y821 VAJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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