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RX02 MKV

2002 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,458 mi
Last recorded132,458 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 MKV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2017 132,458 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 123,613 miles

oil leak

play in inner steering joints

Pass 10 Jan 2015 120,173 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jan 2015 120,090 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2013 111,315 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2012 103,120 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 97,531 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 92,344 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 5 Jan 2011 92,344 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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)

front discs worn/corroded/and thin

Pass 16 Dec 2009 86,810 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 81,400 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 81,400 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 74,464 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 58,049 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 58,049 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2006 52,819 miles

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

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

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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RX02 MKV is a 2002 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RX02 MKV, 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

How do I check the history of RX02 MKV?

You can check the full history of RX02 MKV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RX02 MKV registered?

RX02 MKV is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is RX02 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 MKV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX02 MKV have outstanding finance?

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