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LK52 NFP

2002 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

191,771 mi
Last recorded191,771 miles
Recorded on29 May 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK52 NFP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2018 191,771 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2017 176,266 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 164,365 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 149,721 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2014 132,983 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 132,880 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 May 2013 118,157 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 118,157 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2012 106,939 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 96,290 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 96,290 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/r seatbelt not tested as childseat fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2010 80,297 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 64,509 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 48,247 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 41,896 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 34,984 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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LK52 NFP is a 2002 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 NFP, 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 LK52 NFP registered?

LK52 NFP is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is LK52 NFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK52 NFP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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