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BN52 YBG

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2023
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

212,209 mi
Last recorded212,209 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 YBG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 212,209 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 202,365 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 188,831 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 183,661 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear are slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various other pipes are greased and dirty (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 28 Aug 2018 178,366 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

all rear brake pipes are greased

Pass 17 Aug 2017 172,416 miles

brake pipes have been greased

Pass 10 Aug 2016 167,259 miles

Some brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2015 157,945 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Sep 2014 151,956 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 151,956 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 144,271 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 127,705 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 115,998 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2010 103,447 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 89,070 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 74,300 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 61,338 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 35,469 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 35,465 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake pads appear low wheel off inspection advise

Pass 27 Sep 2005 26,223 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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BN52 YBG is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BN52 YBG, 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 BN52 YBG registered?

BN52 YBG is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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