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SW52 OCD

2002 BMW 530

Green Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

144,232 mi
Last recorded144,232 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW52 OCD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2019 144,232 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 140,002 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 139,589 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 136,990 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 133,633 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 129,705 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 126,986 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 123,474 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 74,069 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 69,748 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 111,649 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 109,630 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 97,092 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 97,092 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2005 76,627 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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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SW52 OCD is a 2002 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SW52 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 SW52 OCD registered?

SW52 OCD is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 6 November 2002.

Is SW52 OCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW52 OCD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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