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RX52 MHK

2002 BMW 530

Red Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

207,255 mi
Last recorded207,255 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX52 MHK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2016 207,255 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 195,965 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 184,995 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 175,162 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 160,236 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 159,956 miles

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

slight play in both rear anti-roll bar links

Pass 29 Jul 2011 146,737 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing inner edges(advise tracking)

front brake discs slightly pitted and worn

Pass 10 Apr 2010 132,800 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 26 Jan 2009 106,125 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 80,959 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 71,305 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2006 49,159 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)

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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RX52 MHK is a 2002 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RX52 MHK, 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 RX52 MHK registered?

RX52 MHK is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is RX52 MHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX52 MHK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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