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LK52 ACU

2002 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

234,398 mi
Last recorded234,398 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK52 ACU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 234,398 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 216,374 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 199,172 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 188,336 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 188,336 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 184,286 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 181,952 miles

Engine oil leak

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 169,764 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 136,131 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 106,395 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 75,247 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 75,247 miles

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

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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LK52 ACU is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LK52 ACU, 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

How do I check the history of LK52 ACU?

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What year was LK52 ACU registered?

LK52 ACU is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is LK52 ACU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK52 ACU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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