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GY02 SXG

2002 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

155,102 mi
Last recorded155,102 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY02 SXG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2018 155,102 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D-bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

Pass 20 May 2017 142,714 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 133,087 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both rear arms (2.4.G.2)

Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed both sides (5.2.2b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

drivers seat wobbles

fuel filter damp but no signs of a leak

oil leak

play in steering rack inner joints

under tray insecure

Pass 7 May 2015 124,663 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 May 2015 124,661 miles

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jun 2014 115,615 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

drivers seat back wobbles

Fail 2 Jun 2014 115,451 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

drivers seat back wobbles

Pass 14 May 2013 104,466 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2012 95,618 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 95,498 miles

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 May 2011 88,008 miles

unable to fully inspect under bonnet and underside of vehicle as plastic shields fitted

Pass 18 May 2010 75,506 miles

slight wear to front and rear brake discs

unable to fully inspect under bonnet and underside of vehicle as shields fitted

Fail 18 May 2010 75,506 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

slight wear to front and rear brake discs

unable to fully inspect under bonnet and underside of vehicle as shields fitted

Fail 13 May 2009 64,574 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres wearing on edges

unable to fully test under bonnet and underside of vehicle as plastic shields fitted

Pass 13 May 2009 64,574 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

unable to fully test under bonnet and underside of vehicle as plastic shields fitted

Pass 16 May 2008 55,723 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 47,068 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 37,745 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 116,464 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

front brakes out of balance

Pass 16 May 2005 30,201 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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GY02 SXG is a 2002 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GY02 SXG, 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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What year was GY02 SXG registered?

GY02 SXG is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 17 May 2002.

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