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LL51 ULT

2002 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

234,926 mi
Last recorded234,926 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL51 ULT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2015 234,926 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 4 Feb 2015 234,926 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2014 220,100 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Dec 2012 205,193 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 193,575 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 180,502 miles

rear brake discs corroded and pitted

Fail 11 Jan 2011 180,502 miles

Centre Front Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

rear brake discs corroded and pitted

Pass 12 Jan 2010 169,710 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 152,287 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 152,287 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 133,196 miles

o/s/r anti roll bar bushes wearing

Pass 12 Jan 2007 117,112 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 96,779 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 96,779 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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LL51 ULT is a 2002 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LL51 ULT, 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 LL51 ULT registered?

LL51 ULT is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 17 January 2002.

Is LL51 ULT safe to buy?

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