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RX52 NMO

2002 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

152,336 mi
Last recorded152,336 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2011
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX52 NMO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2011 152,336 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 145,966 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 145,957 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 139,256 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 133,961 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 126,258 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 27 May 2006 107,939 miles

play in both rear antiroll bar links.

slight seapage from offside part of steering rack.

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 NMO is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NMO, 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 RX52 NMO?

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What year was RX52 NMO registered?

RX52 NMO is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 18 September 2002.

Is RX52 NMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX52 NMO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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