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LD52 FSL

2002 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,838 mi
Last recorded92,838 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD52 FSL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2026 92,838 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 89,784 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 88,177 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 87,222 miles

Front flex exhaust minor leak

Pass 18 Mar 2022 86,318 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 84,849 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 78,523 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 70,402 miles

all brake discs corroded on outer edge

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2018 63,914 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

slight corrosion to rear brake discs

Pass 11 Mar 2017 63,262 miles

undertrays and engine cover fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2016 62,785 miles

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

slight play in front wheels

Pass 16 Mar 2015 61,959 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2014 60,774 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 60,517 miles

fuel pipes corroded

rear brake pipes corroded

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 60,374 miles

Advise unable to fully inspect all four inner wheel arches due to trims fitted.

Pass 15 Mar 2011 60,022 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 55,937 miles

Front 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)

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 50,979 miles

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

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 18 Mar 2008 46,874 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 44,064 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 35,317 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 26,998 miles

both front tyres worn on both the inner and outer edges

both rear tyres worn on the inner edge and cracking is starting in the tread

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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LD52 FSL is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LD52 FSL, 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 LD52 FSL registered?

LD52 FSL is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is LD52 FSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD52 FSL shows 22 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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