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GF52 ADZ

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

167,101 mi
Last recorded167,101 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF52 ADZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 167,101 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 155,865 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 147,280 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

High level brake light not working

Fail 17 Nov 2014 147,280 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

High level brake light not working

Pass 24 Oct 2013 140,195 miles

Front exhaust flexi pipes deteriorating

Pass 26 Oct 2012 136,316 miles

Exhaust front section deteriorating

Pass 26 Oct 2011 131,215 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 125,149 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 117,561 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 111,084 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 111,084 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 95,998 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 95,996 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 91,439 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear 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 29 Sep 2005 71,063 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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GF52 ADZ is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GF52 ADZ, 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 GF52 ADZ registered?

GF52 ADZ is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 9 October 2002.

Is GF52 ADZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF52 ADZ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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