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STF 800L

1972 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,554 mi
Last recorded24,554 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTF 800L
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2019 24,554 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 24,507 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 24,495 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 24,482 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 24,472 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 24,469 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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STF 800L is a 1972 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 STF 800L, 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 54 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 STF 800L?

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What year was STF 800L registered?

STF 800L is a 1972 BMW 530, first registered on 25 September 1972.

Is STF 800L safe to buy?

The MOT history for STF 800L shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does STF 800L have outstanding finance?

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