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HT02 ZFD

2002 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

129,491 mi
Last recorded129,491 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT02 ZFD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2018 129,491 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 129,490 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Jul 2016 127,780 miles

EML is on

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Fail 25 Jul 2015 123,480 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

engine management light on

Pass 25 Jul 2015 123,480 miles

Oil leak

engine management light on

Pass 31 May 2014 116,814 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 105,837 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 98,700 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 92,401 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 92,401 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2010 84,604 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2009 75,128 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 64,177 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 59,400 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2006 52,213 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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HT02 ZFD is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HT02 ZFD, 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 HT02 ZFD registered?

HT02 ZFD is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is HT02 ZFD safe to buy?

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