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WP02 HCL

2002 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,712 mi
Last recorded87,712 miles
Recorded on17 May 2011
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP02 HCL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2011 87,712 miles

N/S/F tyre worn on inner

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 May 2011 87,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

N/S/F tyre worn on inner

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 May 2010 85,532 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all four road tyres worn inner edges almost on cords , advise replacements & invetigation.....

wipers smear , advise replacement blades.....

Pass 7 May 2010 85,532 miles

all four road tyres worn inner edges almost on cords , advise replacements & invetigation.....

wipers smear , advise replacement blades.....

Pass 7 May 2009 84,914 miles

advise geometry check.....

all four tyres worn inner edges, advise replacements & investigation.....

wipers smear.....

Fail 6 May 2009 84,912 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

advise geometry check.....

all four tyres worn inner edges, advise replacements & investigation.....

front inner brake pads appear very low.....

wipers smear.....

Pass 7 May 2008 82,023 miles

advise parking brake inspection..

both rear tyres getting low....

front brake pads appear low , advise brake in spection....

play in n/s & o/s/r anti roll bar link lower ball joints , advise replacements....

wipers smear....

Pass 18 May 2007 77,177 miles

advise parking brake inspection....

both rear tyres wearing inside edges.....

Pass 15 Jun 2006 63,389 miles

advise parking brake shoe inspections.

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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WP02 HCL is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 WP02 HCL, 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 WP02 HCL registered?

WP02 HCL is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is WP02 HCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP02 HCL shows 9 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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