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SM20 LMV

2020 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,523 mi
Last recorded42,523 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2020 BMW 53031,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM20 LMV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 42,523 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 37,918 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 37,899 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 33,449 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 26,933 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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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SM20 LMV is a 2020 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2020 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 31,756 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 SM20 LMV, 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 6 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM20 LMV?

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What year was SM20 LMV registered?

SM20 LMV is a 2020 BMW 530, first registered on 20 August 2020.

Is SM20 LMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM20 LMV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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