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DN02 OCA

2002 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

256,439 mi
Last recorded256,439 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN02 OCA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2021 256,439 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 250,403 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 240,249 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2019 240,249 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 225,754 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 213,305 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 205,263 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 191,195 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 186,352 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 178,189 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2012 169,331 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 156,167 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 142,529 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 132,322 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 122,406 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 111,304 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2006 92,992 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 73,082 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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DN02 OCA is a 2002 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 DN02 OCA, 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.

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What year was DN02 OCA registered?

DN02 OCA is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 21 June 2002.

Is DN02 OCA safe to buy?

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