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AE52 HCX

2002 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,065 mi
Last recorded15,065 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 HCX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2014 15,065 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 144,132 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 137,825 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 131,035 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 123,562 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 115,677 miles

both front tyre inners are very close to limits

both rear antiroll bar drop arm (bootm balljoints) showing signs of wear/play

Pass 21 Aug 2008 107,843 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 100,483 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

n/s hand brake lower than o/s 190-370

Pass 25 Aug 2006 90,403 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 HCX is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HCX, 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

How do I check the history of AE52 HCX?

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What year was AE52 HCX registered?

AE52 HCX is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is AE52 HCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 HCX shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE52 HCX have outstanding finance?

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