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YP52 OHY

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

147,620 mi
Last recorded147,620 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP52 OHY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2020 147,620 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 138,434 miles

Brake wear light on

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2019 138,434 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Fuel pipe leaking mid way along vehicle (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (7.1.6 (a))

Brake wear light on

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 134,613 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 112,935 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Rear rose joint in hub (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 107,450 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 96,118 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 86,157 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2014 86,157 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 75,189 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 64,808 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 55,654 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 49,685 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2010 49,685 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 46,995 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Sep 2009 46,995 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Sep 2008 43,660 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2007 39,975 miles

airbag warning lamp on

slight play in offside rear anti roll bar drop link

Pass 27 Sep 2006 34,017 miles

slight play in offside rear anti roll bar link ball joint

Fail 15 Sep 2006 33,787 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Sep 2005 31,587 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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YP52 OHY is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YP52 OHY, 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 YP52 OHY registered?

YP52 OHY is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 17 October 2002.

Is YP52 OHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP52 OHY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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