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VA02 PVO

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

225,197 mi
Last recorded225,197 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA02 PVO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 225,197 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 213,651 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 213,644 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 201,073 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 186,103 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 186,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 172,081 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 156,427 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 156,427 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 18 May 2010 140,522 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 121,269 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 106,215 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 94,764 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 94,751 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Apr 2006 84,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 84,332 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 83,562 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 83,562 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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VA02 PVO is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 VA02 PVO, 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 VA02 PVO registered?

VA02 PVO is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is VA02 PVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA02 PVO shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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