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YC51 TWZ

2002 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

154,235 mi
Last recorded154,235 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC51 TWZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2018 154,235 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 154,218 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2016 151,075 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 143,356 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 143,356 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wipers not clearing (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 138,546 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 134,206 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 131,488 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 126,307 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 115,187 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 103,394 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 90,656 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 90,656 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 82,734 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 82,734 miles

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

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 73,487 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 58,502 miles

n/s/r handbrake very slightly binding .rear brake pads 2.5mm lining.

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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YC51 TWZ is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YC51 TWZ, 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 YC51 TWZ registered?

YC51 TWZ is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 30 January 2002.

Is YC51 TWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC51 TWZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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