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LA52 BNX

2002 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,400 mi
Last recorded154,400 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA52 BNX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 154,400 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 6 Jul 2016 154,385 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 146,005 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 146,005 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 144,018 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 134,069 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 134,069 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2011 132,380 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 132,380 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 128,378 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 123,201 miles

all tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 1 Jul 2008 119,999 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 100,779 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 73,241 miles

rear tyres worn

Fail 3 Jul 2006 73,241 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear tyres low

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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LA52 BNX is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LA52 BNX, 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

How do I check the history of LA52 BNX?

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What year was LA52 BNX registered?

LA52 BNX is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is LA52 BNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA52 BNX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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