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Y962 NVW

2001 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

43,428 mi
Last recorded43,428 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY962 NVW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 43,428 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 38,757 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 32,098 miles

Nearside front anti roll bar link arm rubber starting to split

Pass 14 May 2016 122,500 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 122,500 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2015 107,500 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014
Fail 9 Jun 2014

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2013 99,501 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 87,665 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 81,158 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 71,498 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 61,525 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 61,525 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 54,570 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 41,207 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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Y962 NVW is a 2001 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 Y962 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

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What year was Y962 NVW registered?

Y962 NVW is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y962 NVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y962 NVW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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