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BF52 AVC

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

196,010 mi
Last recorded196,010 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 AVC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 196,010 miles

REAR DIFF LEAKING

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view NEARSIDE (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2019 196,008 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn DROP LINK (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded MARKED (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR( MARKED) (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt DROP LINK (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn DROP LINK (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded MARKED (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

REAR DIFF LEAKING

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view NEARSIDE (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 193,161 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 186,326 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 177,505 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 169,570 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2014 162,522 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2013 152,666 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 141,050 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 122,604 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 108,454 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 93,271 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 73,962 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 57,109 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 40,724 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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BF52 AVC is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2002 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 111,560 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 BF52 AVC, 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 24 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 BF52 AVC registered?

BF52 AVC is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 1 November 2002.

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