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VA51 DDJ

2002 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2016
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

218,306 mi
Last recorded218,306 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA51 DDJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2015 218,306 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 216,698 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 214,461 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

N/S/rear tyre worn inside edge

O/S/rear tyre worn inside edge

Pass 12 Nov 2012 212,453 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 202,997 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 181,956 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 154,476 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 132,427 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 106,100 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 79,077 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 61,494 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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VA51 DDJ is a 2002 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VA51 DDJ, 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 VA51 DDJ registered?

VA51 DDJ is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 24 February 2002.

Is VA51 DDJ safe to buy?

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