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LB02 XMH

2002 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

64,219 mi
Last recorded64,219 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 64,219 miles

Covers fitted

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OS and NS sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2025 64,218 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Covers fitted

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OS and NS sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 63,427 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 62,172 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 60,785 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 60,785 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 59,781 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 59,164 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 58,186 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Sep 2019 58,186 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 56,626 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 56,626 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 55,436 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 55,436 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 54,220 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 54,220 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 52,398 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 51,818 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 49,586 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 48,432 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 47,652 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 2 Sep 2010 46,085 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 43,568 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 41,219 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 36,031 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 30,182 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 XMH is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XMH, 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 XMH registered?

LB02 XMH is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is LB02 XMH safe to buy?

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