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MD51 AHX

2002 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,205 mi
Last recorded128,205 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD51 AHX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2015 128,205 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2014 123,057 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jan 2013 116,730 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 111,153 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2011 102,508 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 96,868 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 88,311 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 80,723 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 21 Feb 2007 70,138 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 84,559 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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MD51 AHX is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MD51 AHX, 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

How do I check the history of MD51 AHX?

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What year was MD51 AHX registered?

MD51 AHX is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 19 February 2002.

Is MD51 AHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD51 AHX shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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