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LF52 KMJ

2002 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

159,634 mi
Last recorded159,634 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 KMJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 159,634 miles

N/S door mirror glass deteriorating

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

O/S sill damaged

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

Slight movement O/S door mirror

Pass 9 Dec 2016 145,469 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn low on edges and deep cracks in tread

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Front tyre worn low on edges/deep cracks in tread and cuts on outer wall

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

Offside mirror has slight movement

Offside sill has slight corrosion/damage

engine covers/under trays fitted at time of test

high level brake light not working

Fail 29 Nov 2016 145,469 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Nearside Front tyre worn low on edges and deep cracks in tread

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Front tyre worn low on edges/deep cracks in tread and cuts on outer wall

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

Offside mirror has slight movement

Offside sill has slight corrosion/damage

engine covers/under trays fitted at time of test

high level brake light not working

Pass 19 Oct 2015 134,189 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 134,187 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

n/s + o/s front tyre tread deteriorated

Pass 6 Oct 2014 124,509 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 124,508 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2013
Fail 1 Oct 2013

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 104,387 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 104,387 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 50,873 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2009 65,305 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside front tyre outter edge wearing smooth

offside front tyre outter edge wearing smooth

Pass 26 Nov 2008 54,136 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 54,106 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2007 42,445 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Nov 2005 25,130 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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LF52 KMJ is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 LF52 KMJ, 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.

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What year was LF52 KMJ registered?

LF52 KMJ is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 16 October 2002.

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