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AF17 NLT

2017 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

83,899 mi
Last recorded83,899 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 53054,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF17 NLT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 83,899 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swelling under insulation (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swelling under insulation (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 74,978 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 74,978 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 67,350 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Mar 2024 67,350 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension bellows leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 60,012 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges of tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 51,130 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 41,144 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 36,511 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

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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AF17 NLT is a 2017 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 54,364 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 AF17 NLT, 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 9 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF17 NLT registered?

AF17 NLT is a 2017 BMW 530, first registered on 10 March 2017.

Is AF17 NLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF17 NLT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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