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LS52 GYT

2002 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

98,756 mi
Last recorded98,756 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS52 GYT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 98,756 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 98,756 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 97,668 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 96,905 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 95,598 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 94,135 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 91,215 miles

engine covers obscuring components

oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2015 88,990 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 82,587 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 79,843 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 75,424 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 69,982 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 66,285 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 59,973 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 52,435 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 52,317 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 44,301 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 36,865 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 36,865 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2005 27,762 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 27,762 miles

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

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

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

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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LS52 GYT is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LS52 GYT, 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 LS52 GYT registered?

LS52 GYT is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is LS52 GYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS52 GYT shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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