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PK02 BVF

2002 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2017
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

184,137 mi
Last recorded184,137 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK02 BVF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 184,137 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 170,167 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded main line (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 159,029 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 146,043 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 133,740 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)

Fail 9 Oct 2012 133,729 miles

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

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 11 Oct 2011 121,680 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 108,000 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 94,148 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 80,752 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 80,752 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 73,757 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 62,356 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 52,714 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 52,710 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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PK02 BVF is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PK02 BVF, 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.

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What year was PK02 BVF registered?

PK02 BVF is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 25 March 2002.

Is PK02 BVF safe to buy?

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