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PJ52 CGF

2002 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,425 mi
Last recorded105,425 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ52 CGF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2013 105,425 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 28 Feb 2013

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 98,869 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 22 Feb 2012 98,868 miles

Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 94,169 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 87,227 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 69,843 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 65,731 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 56,492 miles

airbag light staying on

Pass 25 Nov 2005 44,546 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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PJ52 CGF is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PJ52 CGF, 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 PJ52 CGF registered?

PJ52 CGF is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 27 November 2002.

Is PJ52 CGF safe to buy?

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