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BG52 FSJ

2002 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

182,384 mi
Last recorded182,384 miles
Recorded on11 May 2011
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 FSJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2011 182,384 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 155,831 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 135,696 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 135,692 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 116,091 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 116,091 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 107,961 miles

parking brake effort low boarder line pass

Pass 24 Oct 2006 81,229 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 59,082 miles

Brake pipes corroded in places

rear disc pads worn to 25%

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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BG52 FSJ is a 2002 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BG52 FSJ, 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 BG52 FSJ registered?

BG52 FSJ is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 28 October 2002.

Is BG52 FSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG52 FSJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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