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01-D-50265

2001 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

160,030 mi
Last recorded160,030 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration01-D-50265
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Aug 2014 160,030 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 160,030 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 147,528 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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01-D-50265 is a 2001 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 01-D-50265, 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

How do I check the history of 01-D-50265?

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What year was 01-D-50265 registered?

01-D-50265 is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 15 May 2001.

Is 01-D-50265 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 01-D-50265 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 01-D-50265 have outstanding finance?

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