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FY52 WDD

2002 BMW 530

Black Lpg 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

177,006 mi
Last recorded177,006 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 WDD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2021 177,006 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 170,773 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 165,013 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 152,384 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 150,987 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 143,232 miles

Engine mil light on

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 26 Jan 2013 134,603 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jan 2012 126,381 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Jan 2011 115,789 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 115,789 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 95,512 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 94,478 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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FY52 WDD is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc lpg 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 FY52 WDD, 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 FY52 WDD registered?

FY52 WDD is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is FY52 WDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY52 WDD 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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