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DE02 TUO

2002 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

134,519 mi
Last recorded134,519 miles
Recorded on26 May 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE02 TUO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2015 134,519 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 129,166 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 122,895 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 115,996 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 115,415 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 16 Aug 2010 115,415 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 29 May 2009 111,033 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2009 111,033 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 105,178 miles

Both front tyre edges badly worn and BALD!

Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2007 88,432 miles

Front reg plate in poor condition

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 May 2006 70,635 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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DE02 TUO is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DE02 TUO, 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 DE02 TUO registered?

DE02 TUO is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is DE02 TUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE02 TUO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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