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Y97 DKB

2001 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

50,548 mi
Last recorded50,548 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY97 DKB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 50,548 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 46,304 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 43,229 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 39,413 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 38,582 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 36,973 miles

Inner Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 36,973 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 36,565 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 34,735 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 32,142 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 28,944 miles

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)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 24,558 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 21,158 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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Y97 DKB is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y97 DKB, 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 Y97 DKB registered?

Y97 DKB is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 17 April 2001.

Is Y97 DKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y97 DKB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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