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DV02 VVO

2002 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

136,260 mi
Last recorded136,260 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV02 VVO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 136,260 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 130,135 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2024 130,134 miles

Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2021 128,484 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 126,470 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 124,720 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 122,964 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 120,989 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 118,916 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 116,528 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 113,512 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 109,650 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 105,713 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 102,913 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 102,913 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 96,529 miles

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

nearside rear tyre signs of wear

Pass 8 Jul 2009 83,354 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 70,688 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 58,010 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 47,490 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 35,808 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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DV02 VVO is a 2002 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 DV02 VVO, 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 DV02 VVO registered?

DV02 VVO is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 14 June 2002.

Is DV02 VVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV02 VVO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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