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DB52 DSB

2002 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

18,816 mi
Last recorded18,816 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB52 DSB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 18,816 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 17,018 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 12,299 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2023 12,296 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both headlamps have after market H.I.D. conversions fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 8,505 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 6,491 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 6,286 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 5,714 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 4,114 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 3,146 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 2,507 miles

engine cover under trays fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2013 2,441 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 2,256 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 2,077 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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DB52 DSB is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DB52 DSB, 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 DB52 DSB registered?

DB52 DSB is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 10 September 2002.

Is DB52 DSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB52 DSB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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