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Y889 EKR

2001 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,939 mi
Last recorded164,939 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY889 EKR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 164,939 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 159,985 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 155,471 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 155,460 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 17 Jan 2014 155,460 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 147,813 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 145,399 miles

both rear indicator bulbs losing colour

evidence of coolant leak

n/s/r tyre has nail in tread

Pass 12 Oct 2010 140,287 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 122,697 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 122,697 miles

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

the off side rear lamp lens is damaged

Pass 17 Oct 2008 102,271 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 101,206 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 74,609 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 47,970 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 47,937 miles

offside mirror surround loose and glass contaminated. †front brake pads appear low on the friction surfaces.

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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Y889 EKR is a 2001 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y889 EKR, 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 Y889 EKR registered?

Y889 EKR is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 22 June 2001.

Is Y889 EKR safe to buy?

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