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EY52 HTF

2002 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

170,225 mi
Last recorded170,225 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY52 HTF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2015 170,225 miles

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both fromt tyres worn on edges and getting close to limit

different wheels fitted on rear to the front wheels

n/s steering rack gator taped up

Fail 7 Feb 2014 150,820 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 150,820 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 127,206 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 1,024 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 79,091 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 48,931 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 48,287 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 44,903 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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EY52 HTF is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EY52 HTF, 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 EY52 HTF registered?

EY52 HTF is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is EY52 HTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY52 HTF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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