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YD52 ZBX

2002 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,234 mi
Last recorded137,234 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2010
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD52 ZBX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2010 137,234 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 118,764 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 100,978 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2008 100,702 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 83,196 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 66,641 miles

both front suspension lower arm bushes getting weak(front)

slight play in offside front steering rack nuckle

Pass 24 Nov 2005 50,412 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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YD52 ZBX is a 2002 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YD52 ZBX, 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 YD52 ZBX registered?

YD52 ZBX is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 25 November 2002.

Is YD52 ZBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD52 ZBX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YD52 ZBX have outstanding finance?

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