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HS51 XUF

2002 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

152,325 mi
Last recorded152,325 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS51 XUF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 152,325 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 151,871 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt hub (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 143,641 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 143,639 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 141,491 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2016 138,699 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 138,698 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 5 May 2015 135,622 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2014 129,427 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 2 May 2013 121,535 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2012 115,030 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 115,030 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 May 2011 107,334 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 99,805 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2009 90,707 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

deterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.

Pass 23 Jan 2008 82,348 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 72,976 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 62,958 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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HS51 XUF is a 2002 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HS51 XUF, 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 HS51 XUF?

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What year was HS51 XUF registered?

HS51 XUF is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 7 February 2002.

Is HS51 XUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS51 XUF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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