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EF52 SXK

2002 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

164,113 mi
Last recorded164,113 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF52 SXK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 164,113 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 162,088 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 162,081 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached Lower mount fractured around bush (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tail lamp lens damaged

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 9 Sep 2022 159,897 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 154,131 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 148,270 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 140,232 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 129,121 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 123,143 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 111,659 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 99,597 miles

Nearside Rear rear n/s tyre worn on inside edge.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

STEERING RACK WEAR/PLAY ON NEAR SIDE

Fail 11 Sep 2015 99,597 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

STEERING RACK WEAR/PLAY ON NEAR SIDE

Pass 15 Dec 2014 96,875 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2013 91,741 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 86,495 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 81,002 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 77,364 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 71,741 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 62,380 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 50,396 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 41,744 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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EF52 SXK is a 2002 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel 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 EF52 SXK, 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 EF52 SXK registered?

EF52 SXK is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is EF52 SXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF52 SXK 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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