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RX52 OCD

2002 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

107,149 mi
Last recorded107,149 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX52 OCD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2023 107,149 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 106,996 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 105,557 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2021 103,668 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 100,741 miles

corrosion on sill trims

rear tyres close to limit

Pass 3 Apr 2019 97,369 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 95,590 miles

Exhaust heat shield lose

Fuel cap seal splitting

Rear number plate faded

Fail 29 Mar 2018 95,590 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both rear inner including long chassis section (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust heat shield lose

Fuel cap seal splitting

Rear number plate faded

Pass 28 Mar 2017 93,190 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear near fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Mar 2017 93,190 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear near fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 91,443 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 89,646 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 87,068 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 84,981 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 80,029 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 73,619 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 67,735 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 61,161 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 55,159 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 48,749 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 42,690 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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RX52 OCD is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 RX52 OCD, 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 OCD registered?

RX52 OCD is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is RX52 OCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX52 OCD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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