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SV51 LFO

2002 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

137,537 mi
Last recorded137,537 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV51 LFO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 137,537 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 131,622 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 118,657 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 30 Nov 2013 113,873 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 109,535 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 100,394 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 86,454 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 78,584 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

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

under car fuel pipes corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2009 66,895 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 58,628 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 58,171 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 54,991 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 54,991 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 49,823 miles

Slight play felt at offside front anti roll bar linkage.

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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SV51 LFO is a 2002 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SV51 LFO, 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 SV51 LFO registered?

SV51 LFO is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is SV51 LFO safe to buy?

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