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L202 NJO

1993 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,213 mi
Last recorded113,213 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW 530137,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL202 NJO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2025 113,213 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 112,432 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 108,700 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 106,663 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 105,279 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 102,477 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 100,356 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 100,334 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 99,508 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 97,030 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 96,948 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 96,900 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 96,890 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 96,883 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 96,825 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 96,751 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 96,738 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 96,725 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 96,712 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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L202 NJO is a 1993 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 137,264 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 L202 NJO, 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 33 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 L202 NJO?

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What year was L202 NJO registered?

L202 NJO is a 1993 BMW 530, first registered on 6 August 1993.

Is L202 NJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L202 NJO shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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