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RX02 VCP

2002 BMW 530

Green Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,609 mi
Last recorded101,609 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 VCP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 101,609 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 101,145 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 99,509 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 99,509 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 97,174 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 94,986 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 92,800 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 89,069 miles

Oil leak

centre stop light not working

Pass 4 Jun 2014 84,084 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 81,483 miles

Coolant leak

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 74,790 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 69,132 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 68,961 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 59,865 miles

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

engine managment light on

n/s/f tyre side wall kerbed

Pass 29 Jun 2009 47,872 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 VCP is a 2002 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RX02 VCP, 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 VCP registered?

RX02 VCP is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 22 May 2002.

Is RX02 VCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 VCP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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