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YW52 OBH

2002 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

161,847 mi
Last recorded161,847 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW52 OBH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 161,847 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 158,624 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 156,078 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 153,491 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 153,491 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 150,735 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 148,631 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 145,912 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 141,433 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 137,772 miles

Front metal brake pipes corroded( but not likely to fail)

fuel metal pipes corroded

Pass 23 Feb 2017 134,311 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 130,329 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 125,006 miles

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

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

Offside Outer Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 120,276 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 116,298 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 112,395 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 105,496 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 96,452 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 85,364 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 74,589 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 59,753 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 55,727 miles

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

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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YW52 OBH is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 YW52 OBH, 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 YW52 OBH registered?

YW52 OBH is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 2 September 2002.

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The MOT history for YW52 OBH shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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