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HX02 BGU

2002 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

146,191 mi
Last recorded146,191 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX02 BGU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 146,191 miles

REAR BRAKE PADS WORN

Pass 11 Nov 2024 142,054 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge

Nearside Rear tyre worn, worn inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn edges

Offside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 6 Nov 2023 135,486 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 129,373 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 122,846 miles

Both Rear Flexible Brake Hoses Perished

Engine And Gearbox Damp With Oil

Offside Rear Parking Brake Low Effort

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 117,746 miles

Offside Rear outer wheel arch corroding

Offside Rear parking brake low effort

engine damp with oil

front brake discs worn

Pass 6 Nov 2019 113,425 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn edges close to limit and perished

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front metal brake pipe corroding

Offside Front tyre worn edges

Pass 2 Nov 2018 107,903 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 107,903 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 102,521 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Nov 2016 97,002 miles

engine damp with oil

Pass 27 Oct 2015 91,278 miles

oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2014 85,669 miles

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 79,760 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 74,540 miles

rear tyres worn low

Pass 14 Oct 2011 69,546 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 63,214 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 57,198 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 46,223 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 34,859 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 26,440 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 23,282 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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HX02 BGU is a 2002 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 HX02 BGU, 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 HX02 BGU registered?

HX02 BGU is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 20 March 2002.

Is HX02 BGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX02 BGU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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