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LB02 WYU

2002 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

85,819 mi
Last recorded85,819 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 WYU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 85,819 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 85,101 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 85,101 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 84,451 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 83,209 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2016 79,866 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2015 75,294 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2014 71,171 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2013 67,404 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 64,399 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 61,751 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 57,347 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 52,699 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 47,534 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 42,513 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 37,041 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 WYU is a 2002 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WYU, 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 WYU registered?

LB02 WYU is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 25 July 2002.

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