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MJ52 BES

2002 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,071 mi
Last recorded94,071 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2010
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 BES
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2010 94,071 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 86,834 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 82,655 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2008 82,655 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 18 Dec 2007 69,980 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

chips in windscreen

front wipers are slightly smeary

nearside rear tyre getting low on tread

various suspension bushes are perishing

Pass 18 Dec 2007 69,980 miles

chips in windscreen

front wipers are slightly smeary

nearside rear tyre getting low on tread

various suspension bushes are perishing

Pass 21 Dec 2006 51,694 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 30,909 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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MJ52 BES is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MJ52 BES, 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 MJ52 BES registered?

MJ52 BES is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 9 December 2002.

Is MJ52 BES safe to buy?

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