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LEZ 3396

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

256,798 mi
Last recorded256,798 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEZ 3396
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2026 256,798 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 248,332 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2025 248,228 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 236,685 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 229,324 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 229,286 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 224,854 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 224,513 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 218,653 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 214,268 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 209,874 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 205,975 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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LEZ 3396 is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LEZ 3396, 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 LEZ 3396 registered?

LEZ 3396 is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is LEZ 3396 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEZ 3396 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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