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RTV 575R

1977 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

70,780 mi
Last recorded70,780 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTV 575R
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1977
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 70,780 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 70,772 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 70,764 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 70,738 miles

lots of welding to underside front wheels binding slightly

Pass 11 Dec 2013 70,685 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 70,659 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 31 Dec 2011 71,103 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 70,552 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 70,552 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 70,541 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 70,531 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 70,531 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 70,531 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 10 May 2007 70,531 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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RTV 575R is a 1977 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RTV 575R, 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 49 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 RTV 575R registered?

RTV 575R is a 1977 BMW 530, first registered on 1 February 1977.

Is RTV 575R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTV 575R shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RTV 575R have outstanding finance?

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