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AE52 HBP

2002 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,838 mi
Last recorded79,838 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 HBP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2015 79,838 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 78,812 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 77,770 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 74,957 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

child seat on n/s/r adult seat

Fail 6 Dec 2012 74,957 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

child seat on n/s/r adult seat

Pass 24 Oct 2011 67,101 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 42,517 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 39,147 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 34,245 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 34,245 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 28,872 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 23,497 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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AE52 HBP is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AE52 HBP, 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 AE52 HBP registered?

AE52 HBP is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is AE52 HBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 HBP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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