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LN02 YVK

2002 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

135,797 mi
Last recorded135,797 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN02 YVK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 135,797 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 134,629 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 134,384 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 133,454 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 131,959 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 130,903 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 127,454 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 125,707 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 122,341 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 117,582 miles

oil leak

Pass 6 May 2015 113,166 miles

Front bumper scuffed

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under trays broken and insecure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle oresented in wet conditions

Fail 6 May 2015 113,130 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose kinked (3.6.B.4b)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front bumper scuffed

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under trays broken and insecure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle oresented in wet conditions

Pass 1 May 2014 107,008 miles

Both reg plates have a 3D effect

Oil leak

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

Pass 1 May 2013 97,109 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 88,938 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 79,920 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 68,629 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 68,629 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 60,152 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 52,578 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 44,120 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 44,120 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 36,018 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 YVK is a 2002 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 YVK, 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 YVK registered?

LN02 YVK is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 19 March 2002.

Is LN02 YVK safe to buy?

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