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EG52 JKF

2002 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

247,776 mi
Last recorded247,776 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG52 JKF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 247,776 miles

Centre Rear n/s rear tyre sligtly perished

Fail 4 Oct 2016 247,776 miles

Centre Rear n/s rear tyre sligtly perished

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 232,677 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 232,677 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure fitted customer s/h (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 221,135 miles

1. Front brake pads appear worn quite low. Rear pads also fairly worn.

2. Exhaust has small leak where down pipe meets centre section. Bolts have nearly rusted away and gasket is deteriorated. Recommend attention soon.

3. Headlight self leveling device on suspension is in poor condition...now secured with cable tie. Recommend renewal.

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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EG52 JKF is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EG52 JKF, 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

How do I check the history of EG52 JKF?

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What year was EG52 JKF registered?

EG52 JKF is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is EG52 JKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG52 JKF shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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