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KL52 EWD

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL52 EWD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 94,194 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 89,467 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 85,142 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 85,142 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 84,141 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 84,141 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2020 83,122 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 80,664 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 76,832 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 74,582 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 69,634 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 65,772 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 61,866 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 57,514 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 1 Nov 2013 57,514 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 51,323 miles

both rear tyres are worn on outter edge

n/s/r tyre is cracking

Pass 26 Oct 2011 43,229 miles

passangers side front road wheel slight buckle

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 5 Nov 2010 45,417 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

n/s/f tyre is worn on the outer edge & is cracking

o/s/f tyre is worn on the outer edge

Pass 30 Oct 2009 38,355 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f tyre is cracking

Pass 30 Oct 2008 34,950 miles

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

Nearside front tyre has chunks missing from side wall.

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 27,726 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 19,253 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 19,253 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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KL52 EWD is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KL52 EWD, 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 KL52 EWD registered?

KL52 EWD is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 21 October 2002.

Is KL52 EWD safe to buy?

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