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CU52 UXB

2002 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,467 mi
Last recorded139,467 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU52 UXB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 139,467 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 132,851 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Mar 2016 128,246 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

Fail 29 Mar 2016 128,246 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

Pass 16 Mar 2015 120,832 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 112,306 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 104,473 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 104,473 miles

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Fail 20 Mar 2012 97,453 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 97,453 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 87,399 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 86,159 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 80,703 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2007 70,611 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 55,041 miles

parking brake level nearing to low <overall>

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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CU52 UXB is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol 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 CU52 UXB, 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 CU52 UXB registered?

CU52 UXB is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is CU52 UXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU52 UXB 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.

Does CU52 UXB have outstanding finance?

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