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GV52 OGY

2002 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

164,529 mi
Last recorded164,529 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV52 OGY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 164,529 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2024 157,053 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 148,920 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 142,612 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 132,634 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2021 132,634 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 117,192 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both steering rack ends (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear handbrake only just passed required efficiency

Pass 28 Dec 2019 109,874 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Dec 2019 109,874 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 103,657 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 98,049 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 89,466 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 79,375 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 71,810 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 63,161 miles

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

Nearside mirror body damaged.

Pass 5 Dec 2012 54,844 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 48,058 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 43,208 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 39,593 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 39,593 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 36,329 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Nov 2007 32,205 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 26,817 miles

handrake system needs checking much lower effort on nearside

Fail 6 Dec 2006 26,817 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

handrake system needs checking much lower effort on nearside

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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GV52 OGY is a 2002 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 GV52 OGY, 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 GV52 OGY registered?

GV52 OGY is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 21 December 2002.

Is GV52 OGY safe to buy?

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