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RV02 FFS

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

174,186 mi
Last recorded174,186 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV02 FFS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2012 174,186 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 169,559 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 157,789 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 4 Mar 2009 148,423 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 148,423 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 143,230 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 128,715 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 117,816 miles

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

warning symbol in dash on for lights

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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RV02 FFS is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RV02 FFS, 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 RV02 FFS registered?

RV02 FFS is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 5 March 2002.

Is RV02 FFS safe to buy?

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