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GX52 RPY

2002 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

140,921 mi
Last recorded140,921 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX52 RPY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 140,921 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 31 Jul 2024 138,393 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both shocks (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 31 Jul 2024 138,392 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 135,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 133,884 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2022 133,884 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 132,035 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 132,035 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 129,871 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2020 129,871 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 128,167 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 126,095 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2018 126,095 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 124,009 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2017 124,009 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 121,575 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 118,991 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 117,042 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 117,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 115,352 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 113,120 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 110,303 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 105,274 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2009 97,893 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 92,821 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 85,067 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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GX52 RPY is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GX52 RPY, 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 GX52 RPY registered?

GX52 RPY is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is GX52 RPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX52 RPY shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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