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GU02 XPG

2002 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

240,808 mi
Last recorded240,808 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU02 XPG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 240,808 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 229,833 miles

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 9 Dec 2023 213,514 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner/Lower arch/sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 200,028 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 186,080 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 170,530 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

o/s/r sill corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2019 151,286 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 139,118 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 135,723 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 135,723 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 119,879 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Aug 2016 105,355 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 92,804 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 83,205 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 68,011 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 60,897 miles

Offside front tyre tread low on inner edge.

Fail 26 Jul 2012 60,897 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside front tyre tread low on inner edge.

Rear number plate deteriorated.

Pass 22 Jul 2011 52,799 miles

Rear number plate deteriorated.

Fail 20 Jul 2011 52,797 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear number plate deteriorated.

Pass 18 Jun 2010 48,087 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 41,252 miles

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

front tyre presures low

Pass 11 Jun 2008 35,846 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 32,975 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 30,951 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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GU02 XPG is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GU02 XPG, 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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GU02 XPG is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 26 March 2002.

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