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BL02 OVF

2002 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

189,881 mi
Last recorded189,881 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL02 OVF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 189,881 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 182,609 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 174,789 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 167,151 miles

Nearside Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Sep 2013 166,738 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 159,074 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 150,658 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 143,158 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 135,376 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 126,567 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 117,510 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 108,612 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Sep 2005 97,025 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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BL02 OVF is a 2002 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BL02 OVF, 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 BL02 OVF registered?

BL02 OVF is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 9 July 2002.

Is BL02 OVF safe to buy?

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