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M173 KTN

1995 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,085 mi
Last recorded163,085 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2006
Typical for 1995 BMW 530133,466 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM173 KTN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2006 163,085 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

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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M173 KTN is a 1995 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 133,466 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 M173 KTN, 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 31 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 M173 KTN registered?

M173 KTN is a 1995 BMW 530, first registered on 21 June 1995.

Is M173 KTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M173 KTN shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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