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SG52 UBM

2002 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

173,504 mi
Last recorded173,504 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG52 UBM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 May 2023 173,504 miles

UNDER VEHICLE CORRODED

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

UNDER VEHICLE COVER FITTED NOT ALLOING FULL INECSPECTION

Fail 4 May 2023 173,504 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

UNDER VEHICLE CORRODED

UNDER VEHICLE COVER FITTED NOT ALLOING FULL INECSPECTION

Pass 14 Apr 2022 165,797 miles

Nearside Front FRONT GRILL MISSING

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

UNDER VEHICLE CORRODED

Fail 14 Apr 2022 165,797 miles

Nearside Front FRONT GRILL MISSING

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

UNDER VEHICLE CORRODED

Pass 22 Mar 2021 161,400 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

UNDER VEHICLE RUSTED

Pass 26 Nov 2019 155,861 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 155,861 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 134,259 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 123,334 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 115,373 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 109,440 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 99,791 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 94,679 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 94,679 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 12 Oct 2012 92,242 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 92,242 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 85,351 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 72,022 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 72,022 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 62,116 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 51,683 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 43,015 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 32,605 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 32,605 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 30,134 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 UBM is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UBM, 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 SG52 UBM registered?

SG52 UBM is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 9 October 2002.

Is SG52 UBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG52 UBM shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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