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LB02 EXA

2002 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

135,801 mi
Last recorded135,801 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 EXA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2026 135,801 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 116,838 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 107,941 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 102,135 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 99,831 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 91,804 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 88,511 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 80,886 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 80,877 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2010 75,235 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 75,235 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 67,052 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 56,534 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 40,607 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 35,699 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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LB02 EXA is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 LB02 EXA, 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 LB02 EXA registered?

LB02 EXA is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is LB02 EXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB02 EXA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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