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KN52 XJL

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

170,299 mi
Last recorded170,299 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN52 XJL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2021 170,299 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 160,207 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 155,478 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2018 155,031 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 75,633 miles

both front tyres wearing uneven on inner edge

Pass 18 Jan 2006 56,723 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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KN52 XJL is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KN52 XJL, 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 KN52 XJL registered?

KN52 XJL is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is KN52 XJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN52 XJL shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KN52 XJL have outstanding finance?

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