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LB02 XKX

2002 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

187,521 mi
Last recorded187,521 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2014 187,521 miles

all tyres on limit

Fail 28 Jan 2014 187,455 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

all tyres on limit

Pass 28 Jan 2013 175,643 miles

airbag light on

brake pad light on

Fail 25 Jan 2013 175,643 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

airbag light on

brake pad light on

Pass 20 Jan 2012 163,280 miles

brake pad light on

Pass 8 Jan 2011 153,829 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

airbag light on

n/s wing mirror glass slighty damaged

Pass 5 Jan 2010 146,935 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 146,935 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 138,844 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 127,827 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 98,333 miles

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

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 XKX is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LB02 XKX, 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 XKX registered?

LB02 XKX is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is LB02 XKX safe to buy?

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