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HK02 XKO

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

160,721 mi
Last recorded160,721 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK02 XKO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2015 160,721 miles

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

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 May 2014 149,069 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 145,711 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 137,941 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 131,641 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 131,641 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 122,047 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 122,047 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 113,112 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2009 113,109 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 101,787 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 80,506 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 67,553 miles

front tyre edges low

hand brake performance low

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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HK02 XKO is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue 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 HK02 XKO, 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 HK02 XKO registered?

HK02 XKO is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 24 June 2002.

Is HK02 XKO safe to buy?

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