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LB02 MVC

2002 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

157,536 mi
Last recorded157,536 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 MVC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 157,536 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2024 157,536 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 150,037 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2023 150,037 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 145,051 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2021 132,470 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 128,118 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 123,805 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 123,805 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 121,292 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 15 May 2017 117,841 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 115,168 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2016 115,168 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 112,850 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 110,621 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 May 2013 108,733 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 100,601 miles

tested in very wet conditions.

undertrays fitted.

Pass 27 May 2011 92,410 miles

movement in both front suspension arm front bushes

Pass 17 May 2010 83,890 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 73,447 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 64,604 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 55,774 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 45,817 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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LB02 MVC is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2002 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 106,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB02 MVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB02 MVC registered?

LB02 MVC is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 4 July 2002.

Is LB02 MVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB02 MVC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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