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AM52 HNU

2002 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

280,360 mi
Last recorded280,360 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 HNU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2014 280,360 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 264,664 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 251,267 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 235,836 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside front tyre slight sidewall damage

Pass 20 Dec 2010 218,537 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 218,445 miles

Offside Rear Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 200,448 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 200,379 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 187,750 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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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AM52 HNU is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AM52 HNU, 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 AM52 HNU registered?

AM52 HNU is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is AM52 HNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM52 HNU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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