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GD02 YJU

2002 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

109,363 mi
Last recorded109,363 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2020 109,363 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside headlight lens has slight crack

Fail 28 Oct 2020 109,362 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside headlight lens has slight crack

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 109,057 miles

Front both side discs slightly rusted

Nearside Front tyre side wall in poor condition has some tears

Nearside Rear tyre side wall in poor condition has some tears

Offside headlight lense has slight crack

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 11 Mar 2017 107,696 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 107,696 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 104,623 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 100,857 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 100,857 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 95,918 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 90,544 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 86,882 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 82,373 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 77,379 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 72,716 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 72,716 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 59,984 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 48,221 miles

both front tyres wearing low on outer edges

slight movement o/s/f steering rack

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 YJU is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YJU, 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.

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What year was GD02 YJU registered?

GD02 YJU is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 28 June 2002.

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