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LN02 XHR

2002 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

141,908 mi
Last recorded141,908 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN02 XHR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2023 141,908 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 140,964 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 139,226 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 137,977 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 136,077 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front pin bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 131,813 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 125,116 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Jul 2016 118,949 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 112,299 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 104,124 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 96,446 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 89,820 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 83,050 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 83,050 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 79,832 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 70,001 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 60,370 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 49,784 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 39,104 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 30,766 miles

both front tyres starting to crack in tread area.

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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LN02 XHR is a 2002 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LN02 XHR, 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 LN02 XHR registered?

LN02 XHR is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is LN02 XHR safe to buy?

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