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KG02 LKO

2002 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,836 mi
Last recorded69,836 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG02 LKO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2014 69,836 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres are worn unevenly

Pass 18 Mar 2013 63,759 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

damage to nearside sill panel

Pass 17 Mar 2012 58,981 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 58,981 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 51,682 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front brake discs worn

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 45,324 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

offside front tyre underinflated

surface corrosion to offside front and nearside front brake disc inner braking surfaces

Pass 17 Mar 2009 39,592 miles

surface corrosion to offside front and nearside front brake disc inner braking surfaces

Pass 17 Mar 2008 33,376 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 21,679 miles

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

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

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

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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KG02 LKO is a 2002 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KG02 LKO, 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 KG02 LKO registered?

KG02 LKO is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 17 April 2002.

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The MOT history for KG02 LKO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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