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AY51 NVB

2001 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

132,792 mi
Last recorded132,792 miles
Recorded on19 May 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 NVB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2014 132,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 14 May 2014 132,792 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 May 2013 117,584 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 May 2012 103,293 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2011 88,451 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 73,922 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 63,581 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 63,397 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 May 2008 55,975 miles

o/s parking brake lower performance than n/s

Pass 29 May 2007 49,415 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 40,109 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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AY51 NVB is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AY51 NVB, 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 AY51 NVB registered?

AY51 NVB is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is AY51 NVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY51 NVB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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