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EJ02 USL

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

188,126 mi
Last recorded188,126 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ02 USL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 188,126 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 178,040 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 165,596 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 165,526 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 164,123 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 162,003 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 156,792 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 144,961 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 138,862 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 129,940 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 123,708 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 115,885 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 115,885 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 104,438 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 95,575 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 83,641 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 74,889 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 74,696 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 64,543 miles

Front tyres low on edges.

Pass 10 Dec 2007 51,375 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 9 Jan 2007 45,517 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 45,517 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2005 33,272 miles

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

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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EJ02 USL is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 EJ02 USL, 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 EJ02 USL registered?

EJ02 USL is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 21 June 2002.

Is EJ02 USL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ02 USL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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