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VO02 XWK

2002 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

191,082 mi
Last recorded191,082 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2011
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO02 XWK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2011 191,082 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

o/s + n/s centre brake pipes signs of corrosion

o/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 20 Nov 2009 167,650 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

cenre and rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

Pass 27 Oct 2008 154,875 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 118,570 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 77,034 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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VO02 XWK is a 2002 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 VO02 XWK, 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 VO02 XWK registered?

VO02 XWK is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is VO02 XWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO02 XWK shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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