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SG52 BLN

2002 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

136,621 mi
Last recorded136,621 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG52 BLN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2013 136,621 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 130,576 miles

Airbag light stays on.

Oil leak

Fail 1 Nov 2012 130,257 miles

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

Airbag light stays on.

Oil leak

Pass 1 Nov 2011 128,072 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 117,046 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

no screen wash fluid.

Pass 11 Aug 2009 105,193 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 87,508 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 70,812 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 53,998 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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SG52 BLN is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SG52 BLN, 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 SG52 BLN?

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What year was SG52 BLN registered?

SG52 BLN is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is SG52 BLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG52 BLN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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