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RX02 TZU

2002 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

127,413 mi
Last recorded127,413 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 TZU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 127,413 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 117,268 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 113,541 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Fail 12 Jun 2023 113,541 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 113,526 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 108,385 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2014 100,750 miles

engine management light displayed.

Pass 7 Feb 2013 86,001 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 68,759 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 59,414 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Feb 2010 50,425 miles

Offside front tyre 6mm dot 5007 Offside rear tyre 5mm dot 0307 Nearside rear tyre 5mm dot 2jmr Nearside front tyre 6mm dot 2jnr

Undertrays fitted to this vehicle as standard, MOT carried out without these removed.

Pass 7 Feb 2009 43,025 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 38,359 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 38,359 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 34,393 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 28,683 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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RX02 TZU is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 RX02 TZU, 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 RX02 TZU registered?

RX02 TZU is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is RX02 TZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 TZU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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