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HK52 MMV

2002 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

249,005 mi
Last recorded249,005 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK52 MMV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2020 249,005 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 242,924 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 235,174 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 211,005 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 193,394 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 193,394 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 182,777 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2013 174,634 miles

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake inbalance 20%

nearside handbrake weak but working

Pass 23 Dec 2013 174,634 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake inbalance 20%

nearside handbrake weak but working

Fail 9 Jan 2013 164,989 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 164,989 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 159,241 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 149,093 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 135,764 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 135,718 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 116,581 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 95,944 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Nov 2007 95,358 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 80,407 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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HK52 MMV is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 HK52 MMV, 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 HK52 MMV registered?

HK52 MMV is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 30 November 2002.

Is HK52 MMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK52 MMV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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