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KF02 DNY

2002 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

224,478 mi
Last recorded224,478 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF02 DNY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 224,478 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 212,461 miles

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

O/S & N/S/R Discs - Corroded

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 186,774 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 186,767 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 173,594 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 158,679 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 135,314 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 111,960 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 89,673 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 67,595 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 47,668 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 43,496 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 43,289 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

front pads seem low

strong advise o/s/f tyre tread low ,perished on tread and wearing on edges

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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KF02 DNY is a 2002 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KF02 DNY, 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 KF02 DNY registered?

KF02 DNY is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 16 April 2002.

Is KF02 DNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF02 DNY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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