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WV02 XFE

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

197,329 mi
Last recorded197,329 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV02 XFE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 197,329 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2014 197,327 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 179,620 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 167,701 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 153,778 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 140,211 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 114,387 miles

tread wearing low on inner edges of both front tyres

Pass 6 Jun 2007 104,189 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 104,023 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 May 2006 91,053 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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WV02 XFE is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WV02 XFE, 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 WV02 XFE registered?

WV02 XFE is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 29 March 2002.

Is WV02 XFE safe to buy?

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