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GD02 FFJ

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,575 mi
Last recorded120,575 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD02 FFJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 120,575 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 116,341 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 109,498 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 109,498 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 102,254 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 95,675 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 88,605 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 81,666 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 81,626 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 75,875 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 75,875 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 71,114 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 68,327 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 62,923 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 54,454 miles

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

nearside rear and nearside front tyres slightly perished on walls

Fail 23 Nov 2006 54,454 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

nearside rear and nearside front tyres slightly perished on outer walls

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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GD02 FFJ is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GD02 FFJ, 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 GD02 FFJ registered?

GD02 FFJ is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 14 August 2002.

Is GD02 FFJ safe to buy?

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