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BT02 LCV

2002 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

205,537 mi
Last recorded205,537 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT02 LCV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2024 205,537 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 204,592 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2023 204,587 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ns rear sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced osr sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 200,525 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 189,127 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2021 189,121 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected brake wiring (4.11 (a) (ii))

Offside Front 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))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2016 181,141 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 181,141 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 176,595 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 170,567 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 153,106 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 151,219 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 139,594 miles

both resr tyres 3-4mm

Pass 13 Sep 2010 125,470 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 115,785 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 101,442 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 87,100 miles

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

oil leak from engine ger3

Pass 8 Aug 2006 73,199 miles

ger3 oil leak from engine

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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BT02 LCV is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 BT02 LCV, 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.

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What year was BT02 LCV registered?

BT02 LCV is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 20 June 2002.

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The MOT history for BT02 LCV shows 18 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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