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YG02 BVT

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

192,896 mi
Last recorded192,896 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG02 BVT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2012 192,896 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 179,510 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 168,056 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 154,773 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 154,773 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 146,800 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 146,795 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2008 121,495 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 121,495 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 93,276 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 93,276 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2006 65,077 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 65,077 miles

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

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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YG02 BVT is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 YG02 BVT, 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 YG02 BVT registered?

YG02 BVT is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is YG02 BVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG02 BVT shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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