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MF02 OXP

2002 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

169,517 mi
Last recorded169,517 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF02 OXP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 169,517 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 162,798 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 162,793 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

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

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2015 159,522 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 159,507 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 154,159 miles

EML illuminated on dash

Oil leak

Fail 25 Apr 2014 154,065 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

EML illuminated on dash

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2013 145,761 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 136,266 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 127,112 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 113,637 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 102,446 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 90,286 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 83,373 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

parking brake performance a bit uneven

Pass 1 Sep 2006 69,036 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 65,649 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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MF02 OXP is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MF02 OXP, 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 MF02 OXP registered?

MF02 OXP is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 14 March 2002.

Is MF02 OXP safe to buy?

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