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YT51 ORK

2001 BMW 530

Green Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

82,262 mi
Last recorded82,262 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT51 ORK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2020 82,262 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2019 77,907 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 77,907 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 73,638 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 63,825 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 53,046 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 46,281 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 44,722 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 43,741 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 12 Aug 2013 43,732 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 14 Aug 2012 41,613 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 38,347 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 35,197 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 32,194 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 28,568 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 25,498 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 22,388 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 18,829 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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YT51 ORK is a 2001 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YT51 ORK, 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 YT51 ORK registered?

YT51 ORK is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is YT51 ORK safe to buy?

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