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RE02 WFN

2002 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,569 mi
Last recorded122,569 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE02 WFN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2015 122,569 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 122,569 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 117,167 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 110,340 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jul 2012 104,573 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 96,513 miles

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

front and rear brake discs wearing thin

Pass 6 Jul 2010 89,451 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 6 Jul 2009 83,885 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 73,349 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 58,749 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 50,724 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 37,646 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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RE02 WFN is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RE02 WFN, 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 RE02 WFN registered?

RE02 WFN is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 4 July 2002.

Is RE02 WFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE02 WFN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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