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GF52 AGZ

2002 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

144,545 mi
Last recorded144,545 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF52 AGZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 144,545 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 143,077 miles

Nearside Rear Inner vehicle Corroded, structural rigidity not significantly reduced by jacking point

Offside Rear Inner vehicle Corroded, structural rigidity not significantly reduced by jacking point

Pass 25 May 2024 141,162 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill by jacking block (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill by jacking block (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 May 2023 139,032 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel cap seal cracking

Fail 20 May 2023 139,032 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel cap seal cracking

Pass 20 May 2022 135,775 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 132,203 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 128,394 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 128,394 miles

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture to rear (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 117,450 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 100,874 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 91,861 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 74,330 miles

Offside Front steering rack inner joints have slight play

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

Fail 17 Feb 2016 74,330 miles

Offside Front steering rack inner joints have slight play

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 71,666 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 4 Feb 2014 67,314 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Fail 14 Feb 2013 62,106 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 62,106 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2012 58,179 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 54,776 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 49,757 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 42,989 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 29 Nov 2008 42,989 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 36,897 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 28,006 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 21,471 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2005 21,471 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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 AGZ is a 2002 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AGZ, 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 AGZ registered?

GF52 AGZ is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 26 November 2002.

Is GF52 AGZ safe to buy?

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