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GD02 YJO

2002 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2014
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,346 mi
Last recorded108,346 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD02 YJO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2013 108,346 miles

Oil leak

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Nov 2013 108,232 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

EML light illuminated on dashboard

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2013 103,992 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

oil leak lower front engine

Pass 1 Jun 2012 96,678 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 1 Jun 2012 96,676 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 May 2011 91,032 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front drop link upper dust cover split

offside front drop link upper dust cover split

Pass 23 Apr 2010 83,727 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 83,727 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 77,946 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 71,332 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES NEARING LIMIT (2000M APPROX).

Pass 28 Dec 2006 59,285 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 52,198 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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GD02 YJO 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 83.3%.

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 YJO, 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 YJO registered?

GD02 YJO is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 26 June 2002.

Is GD02 YJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD02 YJO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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