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E34 RSB

1993 BMW 530

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,419 mi
Last recorded77,419 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW 530137,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE34 RSB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 77,419 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 77,248 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 76,126 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 74,380 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 71,319 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2021 71,319 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 6 Apr 2020 68,803 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 31 Mar 2020 68,803 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 68,072 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front & rear coil springs corroded

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 26 Mar 2019 68,071 miles

Brake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front & rear coil springs corroded

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2017 66,771 miles

Oil leak ()

suspension components cororded

Pass 3 Nov 2015 62,862 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 48,010 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 43,184 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 41,341 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 32,825 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 26,406 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 25,707 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 25,650 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 24,316 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 23,204 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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E34 RSB is a 1993 BMW 530 in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1993 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 137,264 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 E34 RSB, 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 33 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 E34 RSB?

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What year was E34 RSB registered?

E34 RSB is a 1993 BMW 530, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is E34 RSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E34 RSB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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