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RF52 PZU

2002 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

151,696 mi
Last recorded151,696 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF52 PZU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 151,696 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2022 142,461 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 137,769 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2020 134,896 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 131,991 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 4 Jun 2019 131,991 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 10 May 2018 128,149 miles

Ns rear anti roll bar drop link has slight movement

Rear brake pipes are becoming corroded

Underside of vehicle generally corroded in places

Pass 10 May 2017 121,147 miles

Exhaust front flexi joints are leaking

Ns rear alloy wheel is out of shape

Ns rear anti roll bar link has movement

Fail 10 May 2017 121,145 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust front flexi joints are leaking

Ns rear alloy wheel is out of shape

Ns rear anti roll bar link has movement

Pass 9 May 2016 116,078 miles

Both rear tyres have worn to 2.5mm 235/45/17

Front lower arm inner bushes have movement

Ns rear anti roll bar drop link has slight movement

Os rear alloy wheel is out of shape

Pass 7 May 2015 108,333 miles

Ns rear anti roll bar drop link has movement

Pass 31 May 2014 101,934 miles

Both front wipers are smeary

Exhaust down leaking at flexi

Ns rear anti roll bar drop link has movement

Pass 30 May 2013 95,283 miles

Both rear tyres are wearing on inner edges close to limit

Exhaust down pipe flexi's are leaking

Ns rear anti roll bar drop link has movement

Os front tyre is wearing on edges [235/45/17]

Pass 1 Jun 2012 85,801 miles

plastic covers fitted to underside of car

Pass 7 Jul 2011 80,822 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 69,154 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 69,154 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 61,907 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 61,897 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 54,516 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 48,413 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 40,845 miles

signs of wear on all brake discs

Fail 10 Feb 2006 40,817 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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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RF52 PZU is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 RF52 PZU, 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 RF52 PZU registered?

RF52 PZU is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 19 December 2002.

Is RF52 PZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF52 PZU shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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