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HY02 TWP

2002 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,997 mi
Last recorded140,997 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY02 TWP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2013 140,997 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

brake pad warning light ind. fault

Pass 22 Mar 2012 129,163 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 112,918 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 103,298 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 26 Aug 2009 103,298 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 88,645 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 57,425 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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HY02 TWP is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HY02 TWP, 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 HY02 TWP registered?

HY02 TWP is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 20 June 2002.

Is HY02 TWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY02 TWP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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