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EF52 ZTP

2002 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

213,541 mi
Last recorded213,541 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF52 ZTP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 213,541 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 198,554 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 189,809 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 180,869 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 173,204 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2011 155,715 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 155,715 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 127,517 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 104,028 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 81,105 miles

hand brake shoes low effort suspect require inspection and ajustment

Pass 8 Jan 2007 59,963 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 41,043 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 ZTP is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 ZTP, 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 ZTP registered?

EF52 ZTP is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 18 December 2002.

Is EF52 ZTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF52 ZTP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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