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BG52 OHB

2002 BMW 530

Red Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

201,567 mi
Last recorded201,567 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 OHB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 201,567 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 201,455 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 184,045 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 178,777 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 167,801 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2012 156,094 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 156,063 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 145,660 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 25 Nov 2011 145,660 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 135,281 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 124,239 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

lower responce on handbrake nearside.

Pass 19 Nov 2008 113,923 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

poor responce on rear nearside handbrake.

Pass 19 Nov 2007 102,197 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 94,658 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 78,023 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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BG52 OHB is a 2002 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OHB, 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 OHB registered?

BG52 OHB is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is BG52 OHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG52 OHB shows 15 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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