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HKZ 4312

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

211,905 mi
Last recorded211,905 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKZ 4312
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 211,905 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 202,067 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2025 201,580 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 196,467 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2023 196,448 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 194,177 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2022 194,177 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Feb 2022 194,122 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 173,064 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2019 173,537 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 167,807 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 167,743 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 157,704 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 157,645 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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HKZ 4312 is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HKZ 4312, 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

How do I check the history of HKZ 4312?

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What year was HKZ 4312 registered?

HKZ 4312 is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 15 February 2002.

Is HKZ 4312 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKZ 4312 shows 14 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HKZ 4312 have outstanding finance?

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