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HG02 EWU

2002 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

126,832 mi
Last recorded126,832 miles
Recorded on28 May 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG02 EWU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2016 126,832 miles

brake pipesgreased and greased

fuel pipes front-rear rusted

nsf brake pipe rusted

osf brake pipe rusted

rear driveshft/ diff noise

slight [play anti roll bar nsr

slight play rear anti roll bar link osr

slight play steering rack

Pass 30 May 2015 120,157 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 May 2014 111,041 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres heavily worn on inner edges

Fail 24 May 2014 111,022 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres heavily worn on inner edges

Pass 24 May 2013 104,860 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 98,319 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 98,319 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 89,940 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

cannot check brake pipes above fuel tank

Pass 19 Oct 2009 86,297 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 83,293 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 68,281 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 58,069 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 58,069 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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HG02 EWU is a 2002 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HG02 EWU, 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 HG02 EWU registered?

HG02 EWU is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is HG02 EWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG02 EWU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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