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Y887 JDE

2001 BMW 530

Green Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,888 mi
Last recorded102,888 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY887 JDE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2016 102,888 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 8 Oct 2016 102,888 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 96,926 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2015 96,926 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 90,813 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 81,883 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 70,891 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2011 63,158 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 25 Sep 2011 63,158 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 60,411 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 57,033 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 52,752 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 48,138 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 48,134 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 44,299 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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Y887 JDE is a 2001 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y887 JDE, 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 Y887 JDE registered?

Y887 JDE is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 15 June 2001.

Is Y887 JDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y887 JDE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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